This creamy roasted garlic potato bake is a delightful side dish that brings comfort to any dinner table. With layers of tender potatoes and a rich garlic cream sauce, it’s a family recipe that everyone will love.
Perfect for gatherings or a cozy family meal, this potato casserole is easy to prepare and pairs well with a variety of main dishes.
Delicious Creamy Garlic Potato Casserole
This potato bake features thinly sliced potatoes layered with a creamy garlic sauce, baked until golden and bubbly. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 6 people.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 1 head of garlic, roasted and mashed
- 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Gruyère) optional
- Fresh parsley for garnish optional
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Garlic: Roast the garlic head in the oven for about 30 minutes until soft. Squeeze out the roasted garlic and mash it into a paste.
- Mix the Cream Sauce: In a bowl, combine heavy cream, milk, mashed garlic, salt, pepper, and thyme. Mix well.
- Layer the Potatoes: In a greased baking dish, layer half of the sliced potatoes. Pour half of the cream mixture over the potatoes. Repeat with the remaining potatoes and cream mixture.
- Add Cheese: If using, sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the final layer.
- Bake: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden brown.
- Serve: Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 servings
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
