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Creamy Potato Casserole
This Creamy Potato Casserole is a comforting side dish made with tender potato slices, a rich cheese sauce, and a golden baked topping. Layers of russet potatoes are combined with sour cream, milk, cheddar cheese, and flavorful seasonings to create a creamy, satisfying dish that pairs well with almost any meal.
Baking the casserole in two steps allows the potatoes to become perfectly tender while giving the top a deliciously melted and lightly browned finish.
🥔 Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced | 4 large |
| Unsalted butter, melted | ¼ cup |
| Medium onion, finely chopped | 1 |
| Sour cream | 2 cups |
| Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded and divided | 2 cups |
| Milk | 1 cup |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Black pepper | ½ teaspoon |
| Garlic powder | 1 teaspoon |
| Paprika (optional) | ½ teaspoon |
| Breadcrumbs (optional) | ½ cup |
| Fresh parsley, chopped (optional) | For garnish |
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the Dish
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick cooking spray.
2. Create the Creamy Sauce
In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and chopped onion. Add the sour cream, 1½ cups of shredded cheddar cheese, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika if desired.
Stir until the mixture is smooth and all ingredients are evenly combined.
3. Build the Layers
Arrange half of the sliced potatoes in an even layer at the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Spread half of the cream mixture over the potatoes.
Add the remaining potato slices, then cover them with the rest of the sauce, making sure the potatoes are well coated.
4. Add the Topping
Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheddar cheese over the casserole. Add breadcrumbs on top if you want an extra crispy texture.
5. Bake Covered
Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes. This helps the potatoes soften while absorbing the creamy sauce.
6. Finish Baking
Remove the foil and continue baking for another 15–20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbling, and the top turns golden brown.
Let the casserole rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm for a creamy, cheesy potato dish everyone will enjoy.
