THE BEST CHEESY SCALLOPED POTATOES

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What makes this the best out of all the scalloped potatoes recipes out there? I slice them extra thin and toss them in a rich, creamy cheese sauce. Then, to make them the best ever, I sprinkle homemade bread crumbs on top-they get nice and crispy in the oven. Make room for these at all your family get-togethers. -Aria Thornton, Taste of Home Prep Cook

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h55m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

4 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
3 blocks (4 ounces each) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded and divided
1 block (4 ounces) Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
3/4 cup dry bread crumbs
Minced chives, optional

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. In a Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, mustard, salt and pepper; cook until onion is tender, 6-8 minutes. Add garlic; cook until fragrant. Whisk in flour; continue whisking 3-5 minutes., Whisk in milk; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened slightly, 8-10 minutes. Gradually stir in 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; stir in Monterey Jack cheese. Add potatoes and toss to coat. Simmer 10 minutes, stirring frequently., Transfer potato mixture to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with remaining cheddar cheese. Bake, uncovered, for 1 hour. Top with bread crumbs; return to oven until potatoes are tender, 10-15 minutes. Let stand 15 minutes before serving. If desired, sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 calories, Fat 22g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 646mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 15g protein.