3poundspotatoeswashed, dried and sliced into 1/4 inch rounds
¼cupbutter
5clovesgarlicfinely minced or pressed through a garlic press
1tablespoonitalian seasoning
½teaspoongarlic powder
3tablespoonsall purpose flour
1 ½cupsmilk
¾cupheavy cream
1 ½cupsparmesan cheese
Kosher salt and black pepperto taste
1cupgrated cheddar cheese
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425˚F.
In a large saucepan or stock pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir in the italian seasoning.
Whisk in the flour and cook until the mixture starts to turn a golden brown.
Slowly add the milk, continuing to whisk while adding. Reduce to medium-low heat.
Stir in the heavy cream and simmer until thickened.
Turn the heat to low. Stir in the cheese whisking until all the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth, approximately 5 minutes.
Season to tasted with salt and pepper.
Fold in the potatoes and stir to coat.
Transfer the potato mixture to a casserole dish and spread in an even layer.
Sprinkle with the cheddar cheese over the top and cover with foil.
Transfer to the oven and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes or until the potatoes are golden brown and bubbling.
Remove from the oven and let the potatoes rest for 5-10 minutes.
Serve immediately.
Notes
Cheesy Potatoes can be prepped up to 24 hours before baking. Just cover tightly with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator until ready to bake. Remove the plastic wrap before baking.