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Creamy Cheddar Potato Bake with Crunchy Topping — restaurant-quality recipe photo

Creamy Cheddar Potato Bake with Crunchy Topping

  • Author: Maxine Delarue
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Total Time: 80 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Comfort Food Favorites
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Creamy Cheddar Potato Bake with Crunchy Topping is the perfect comfort food, combining layers of creamy cheddar cheese sauce with tender potatoes, all topped with a crunchy breadcrumb mixture. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings!


Ingredients

Scale

4 large potatoes, thinly sliced

3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup milk

1/2 cup butter, melted

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

Salt and pepper to taste

1 cup breadcrumbs

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped


Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. In a large bowl, combine heavy cream, milk, melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

3. Layer half of the sliced potatoes in a greased baking dish and top with half of the cheddar cheese.

4. Pour half of the cream mixture over the potatoes and cheese.

5. Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, cheese, and cream mixture.

6. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.

7. Remove the foil and mix breadcrumbs with Parmesan cheese and sprinkle on top.

8. Bake uncovered for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.

9. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.


Notes

For an extra kick, add cooked bacon bits or diced jalapeños to the layers.

Make sure to slice the potatoes evenly for consistent cooking.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: potato bake, cheesy potatoes, comfort food