Scalloped Potatoes With Leeks And Cream Recipe

This award-winning scalloped potato recipe is guaranteed to impress! Creamy, cheesy, and bursting with the subtle sweetness of leeks, this dish is perfect for a special occasion or a comforting weeknight meal. We use only the tender white and pale green parts of the leeks for the best flavor. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 120 mins
Calories 697.2 kcal
Protein 35g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Scalloped Potatoes With Leeks And Cream

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How to Make Scalloped Potatoes With Leeks And Cream

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Melt 1/4 cup (57g) butter in a large oven-safe skillet (or a separate skillet to transfer to baking dish) over medium heat.
  3. Add 2 cups sliced leeks (white and light green parts only) and stir to coat.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low.
  5. Cover and cook until leeks are tender, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes.
  6. Uncover and cook until almost all liquid is absorbed, about 3 minutes.
  7. If not using an oven-safe skillet, butter a 9x13 inch baking dish with 1 tablespoon (14g) butter.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream, 2 cloves minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  9. Arrange half of the thinly sliced potatoes (about 2 lbs / 900g) in the prepared dish.
  10. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  11. Top with the cooked leeks.
  12. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup (50g) shredded Gruyere cheese (or a similar cheese).
  13. Ladle half of the cream mixture over the potatoes and leeks.
  14. Repeat layering with the remaining potatoes, cheese, and cream mixture.
  15. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup (25g) grated Parmesan cheese.
  16. (Optional) For make-ahead: Cover and refrigerate for up to 6 hours. Let stand at room temperature for 1 hour before baking.
  17. Bake until potatoes are tender and the top is deep golden brown, about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  18. Let stand for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

132g

Carbs

21g