Creamy Parmesan Potatoes
Creamy Parmesan potatoes are a rich and cheesy side dish featuring tender potatoes baked or cooked in a creamy sauce with Parmesan cheese. They pair wonderfully with chicken, steak, or roasted vegetables.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and sliced into ¼-inch rounds
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh herbs like thyme, rosemary, or parsley
Instructions
1. Preheat oven
- Preheat to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the cream mixture
- In a small saucepan, heat cream, butter, garlic, salt, and pepper until warm.
3. Layer the potatoes
- In a greased baking dish, layer potato slices evenly.
- Pour cream mixture over potatoes.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.
4. Bake
- Cover with foil and bake 35–40 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake an additional 10–15 minutes until cheese is golden and potatoes are tender.
5. Serve
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot.
Tips
- Use Yukon Gold or red potatoes for creamier texture.
- Slice potatoes evenly for uniform cooking.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or smoked paprika to the cream mixture.
🥔 Serving Idea: These creamy potatoes make a perfect side for roast chicken, steak, or holiday dinners.
I can also give you a slow-cooker version of creamy Parmesan potatoes if you want a hands-off approach.
