Recipe of the Day: Creamy Scalloped Potatoes with Garlic and Parmesan 🧀🥔  

Healthy Fact of the Day: Creamy Scalloped Potatoes with Garlic and Parmesan is a comforting yet lighter version of the classic dish. It's a wonderful side that combines the richness of potatoes with the savory flavors of garlic and Parmesan.

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Creamy Scalloped Potatoes with Garlic and Parmesan

2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups milk (whole or 2%)
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh parsley for garnish

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Stir in all-purpose flour to create a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
Gradually whisk in milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
Continue to whisk until the mixture thickens.
Stir in dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Add grated Parmesan cheese and stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
In a greased baking dish, layer thinly sliced potatoes.
Pour a portion of the creamy garlic and Parmesan sauce over the potatoes.
Repeat the layering process until all the potatoes and sauce are used, finishing with a layer of sauce on top.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the potatoes are tender.
Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Garnish with fresh parsley.