Description
These Creamy Pumpkin and Cheddar Scalloped Potatoes are a delightful twist on a classic side dish. Layers of thinly sliced potatoes are smothered in a creamy pumpkin and cheddar cheese sauce, then baked to perfection. The rich and savory flavors make this dish a perfect accompaniment to any meal, especially during the fall season.
Ingredients
For the Sauce:
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 2 tbsp flour
- 1 cup hot milk
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 cup + 1 tbsp pumpkin puree
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
For the Potatoes:
- 3 large russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1/8-inch slices
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 1-quart oval baking dish.
- Make the sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter, add garlic, whisk in flour, then slowly add warm milk and salt. Simmer until thickened. Season with salt and pepper. Whisk in pumpkin puree.
- Layer potatoes: Arrange half of the potato slices in the baking dish. Season with salt and pepper, then spread half of the sauce and cheese. Repeat with remaining potatoes, sauce, and cheese.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Broil for a few minutes until cheese is golden brown.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 63 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 19mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 14mg
