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Delicious creamy potato bake topped with melted cheese and herbs

Creamy Potato Bake

Creamy Potato Bake is a comforting, hearty dish perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Its creamy texture and gooey cheese make it a crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and sliced Use evenly sliced potatoes for consistent cooking.
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 4 tablespoons butter Dot on top before baking.
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice) Experiment with different types of cheese.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine sliced potatoes, heavy cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Layer half of the potato mixture into a greased baking dish.
  4. Sprinkle half of the cheese over the potatoes.
  5. Repeat with the remaining potato mixture and cheese.
  6. Dot with butter on top.
Baking
  1. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender and cheese is bubbly and golden.
Serving
  1. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve warm.

Notes

You can customize this dish by adding cooked bacon, sautéed onions, or vegetables like spinach or broccoli. For added texture, sprinkle breadcrumbs or crushed crackers on top before baking. If you like it spicy, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes.