Cheesy Potatoes
No matter the occasion, this cheesy potato casserole is always requested and enjoyed by all. Tender potatoes and three kinds of cheese make it hard to resist. I first got this classic recipe for Cheesy Potatoes from a friend at church years ago. I’ve been making it for family gatherings ever since.
There are a handful of go-to recipes in everyone’s recipe rotation. This is one of those recipes for us. It is always yummy and easy to prepare. The crunchy topping finishes the dish perfectly. You can use crushed Kettle Chips, crushed Ritz Crackers or panko bread crumbs. I’ve tried them all and our favorite is crushed, crispy, salt-and-pepper potato chips.
Cheesy Potatoes
Ingredients:
- 8 medium gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 small onion, diced (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 3 tablespoons salted butter
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 1 14-ounce can of evaporated milk
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded colby jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups crushed kettle potato chips
How to make Cheesy Potatoes?
- Begin by parboiling your potatoes. Put them in a large pot of boiling water and simmer for about 10 minutes. The potatoes will be partially cooked. Drain the potatoes and place them in a 13×9 inch baking dish that has been sprayed with cooking spray. Add the salt and pepper to the potatoes.
- While the potatoes are cooking, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and saute for 3-4 minutes. Add the flour and stir to dissolve, making a rue. Cook the rue for two minutes.
- Add the milks and cheeses to the skillet and stir gently to melt the cheese. Stir until the cheese sauce is smooth and cheese melts.
- Pour the cheese over the parboiled potatoes. Stir to combine. Add crushed chips, crackers crumbs or seasoned panko bread crumbs to the top of the potatoes. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 50-55 minutes until golden brown and crispy on top.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. This recipes makes 12 servings.
We like these Cheesy Potatoes with grilled ham, breaded pork chops or fried chicken. They are comforting, creamy and satisfying.
For more yummy potato recipes, check out these side dishes, including Sour Cream and Chive Potatoes, Hearty Crockpot Casserole, and Crockpot Potatoes and Green Beans.
Cheesy Potatoes
Ingredients
- 8 medium gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 small onion, diced (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 3 tablespoons salted butter
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 1 14- ounce can of evaporated milk
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded colby jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups crushed kettle potato chips
Instructions
- Begin by parboiling your potatoes. Put them in a large pot of boiling water and simmer for about 10 minutes. The potatoes will be partially cooked. Drain them thoroughly and place them in a 13×9 inch baking dish that has been sprayed with cooking spray. Add the salt and pepper to the potatoes.
- While the potatoes are cooking, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and saute for 3-4 minutes. Add the flour and stir to dissolve, making a rue. Cook the rue for two minutes.
- Add the milks and cheeses to the skillet and stir gently to melt the cheese. Continue stirring until the cheese sauce is smooth and cheese is melted.
- Pour the cheese over the parboiled potatoes. Stir to combine. Add crushed chips, crackers crumbs or seasoned panko bread crumbs to the top of the potatoes. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 50-55 minutes until golden brown and crispy on top.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. This recipes makes 12 servings.
Equipment
- 1 13×9 inch baking dish