Best Scalloped Potatoes

Rich, creamy, cheesy — the kind that disappears fast.

Ingredients

• 2½ pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1½ cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ¼ tsp ground nutmeg (optional but magical)
• Fresh thyme or chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions