Save It A comforting, wallet-friendly casserole featuring tender potato slices, savory onions, and a creamy cheese sauce, baked until golden and bubbling.
This potato layer bake has become a family favorite, perfect for cozy dinners and leftovers.
Ingredients
- Potatoes: 1.2 kg peeled and thinly sliced
- Onion: 1 large, thinly sliced
- Milk: 200 ml whole milk
- Cream: 150 ml heavy cream
- Cheddar cheese: 120 g grated
- Butter: 30 g unsalted plus extra for greasing
- Garlic: 2 cloves minced
- Salt: 1 tsp
- Black pepper: 1/2 tsp
- Ground nutmeg: 1/4 tsp optional
- Parsley: 2 tbsp chopped fresh for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Grease a medium baking dish with butter.
- Melt butter and cook garlic:
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Heat milk mixture:
- Stir in the milk, cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg if using. Heat gently until just warmed do not boil. Remove from heat.
- Layer ingredients:
- Layer half the potato slices in the prepared baking dish. Top with half of the sliced onions and half of the cheese.
- Repeat layers:
- Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes onions and cheese.
- Pour milk mixture:
- Pour the warm milk and cream mixture evenly over the layers.
- Bake covered:
- Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 40 minutes.
- Bake uncovered:
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the potatoes are tender.
- Rest and garnish:
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Save It This dish always brings the family together for a warm hearty meal.
Notes
For extra flavor add a layer of sliced tomatoes or sprinkle in cooked bacon if not vegetarian. Gruyère or mozzarella can replace cheddar. Serve as main course with green salad or as hearty side dish.
Required Tools
Sharp knife Cutting board Saucepan Baking dish (approx 22x28 cm 9x11 in) Aluminum foil
Allergen Information
Contains milk and cheese dairy Check cheese and cream packaging for potential allergens or additives.
Save It This potato layer bake is simple yet satisfying making it the perfect comfort food.
Common Questions About Recipes
- → What type of potatoes work best for this dish?
Use starchy potatoes like Russets or Yukon Golds for tender layers that hold shape well during baking.
- → Can I make this dish dairy-free?
Yes, substitute milk, cream, and cheese with suitable plant-based alternatives to maintain creaminess.
- → How do I achieve a golden top layer?
Bake uncovered for the last 20 minutes to allow the cheese to brown and the surface to crisp gently.
- → What herbs can enhance the flavor?
Fresh parsley is traditional, but thyme or rosemary also complement the savory layers nicely.
- → Can this dish be prepared ahead of time?
Yes, assemble and refrigerate the layered dish before baking. Bring to room temperature before placing in the oven.