Description
These Cajun Scalloped Potatoes are a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful layered potato side dish with a spicy Creole twist. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1.5 cups heavy/whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon Tony Chachere’s Original Creole Seasoning
- 1 cup freshly grated cheddar cheese
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and position the rack in the middle.
- Grate cheeses and prepare potatoes using a mandoline to slice them 1/8″ (3mm) thick.
- Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat, add garlic for 30 seconds, then stir in cream and Creole seasoning. Heat until mixed, remove from heat as it begins to boil.
- Layer half the potatoes in an 8×8 baking dish, pour half the cream mixture, and add half of each cheese. Repeat with remaining potatoes, cream, and cheeses, finishing with cheese on top.
- Bake uncovered for 70–75 minutes, checking at 60 minutes if oven runs hot. Toothpick should slide easily into potatoes.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Serves 4–6 depending on portion size.
- No extra salt needed; seasoning contains salt.
- Place baking dish on a sheet pan to prevent oven spills.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Cajun