Ruth's Chris Creamy Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
A rich and creamy casserole of thinly sliced potatoes baked in a savory sauce of sharp cheddar, parmesan, garlic, cream, and milk. Golden, tender, and indulgent, this dish is perfect for casual meals or special occasions.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a baking dish with butter
- In a saucepan, heat cream, milk, garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika until warm
- Layer half the potatoes in the dish, then sprinkle with half the cheeses
- Pour half the cream mixture over the layer
- Repeat the layers with remaining potatoes, cheese, and cream mixture
- Cover with foil and bake for 50 minutes
- Remove foil and bake 20-25 minutes longer until golden and tender
- Let rest 10 minutes before serving
Notes
Use high-quality ingredients for best flavor
Slice potatoes thinly and evenly for consistent cooking
Avoid overmixing the cream mixture to maintain texture
Let rest before serving to set the layers
For healthier version, use low-fat cream/milk and reduce cheese
Substitute ham with cooked vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers if desired
Store refrigerated up to 3 days or frozen up to 2 months
Reheat at 350°F for 20-25 minutes
This recipe is halal-compliant and contains no pork, bacon, ham, lard, or alcohol
Slice potatoes thinly and evenly for consistent cooking
Avoid overmixing the cream mixture to maintain texture
Let rest before serving to set the layers
For healthier version, use low-fat cream/milk and reduce cheese
Substitute ham with cooked vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers if desired
Store refrigerated up to 3 days or frozen up to 2 months
Reheat at 350°F for 20-25 minutes
This recipe is halal-compliant and contains no pork, bacon, ham, lard, or alcohol