Hey there, friends!
Are you on the hunt for a comforting dish? Well, I’ve got just the ticket!
Today, I’m diving into a crowd-pleaser: cottage cheese scalloped potatoes.
These creamy, cheesy layers will have everyone asking for seconds.
Plus, they’re super easy to whip up!
So grab your apron and let’s get cooking!
| Preparation Time | 15-25 minutes |
| Cooking Time | 60 minutes |
| Total Time | 75-85 minutes |
| Level of Difficulty | Medium |
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups low-fat milk
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne or red pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 5 medium white potatoes (2-1/4″ to 3-1/4″ diameter)
- 2 serving nacho cheddar popcorn seasoning
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 tablespoons white flour
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded low-fat cheddar or colby cheese
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare Ingredients
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready when you need it.
Slice the potatoes thinly and set them aside.
Blending the cottage cheese now will save time later, so use a hand mixer to blend until smooth and set aside.
Step 2: Cook the Sauce
In a frying pan, warm some olive oil over medium heat.
Once heated, add the flour and mix well with the olive oil to form a roux.
Gradually add the low-fat milk, sea salt, garlic powder, and a pinch of cayenne pepper, stirring continuously until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened.
Reduce the heat slightly and stir in the blended cottage cheese until fully integrated into the sauce.
Step 3: Assemble the Casserole
Lightly grease a casserole dish with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Place half of the sliced potatoes evenly in the bottom of the dish.
Pour half of the cottage cheese mixture over this layer, ensuring it’s spread evenly.
Add the remaining sliced potatoes on top of the first layer, then pour the rest of the cottage cheese mixture over the second layer, spreading it out as evenly as possible.
Step 4: Add Toppings and Bake
If you desire, sprinkle some low-fat cheese on top of the casserole for extra flavor and a nice, bubbly top.
Sprinkle paprika over the cheese for added color.
Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour, or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden brown.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy
After baking, remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
This will allow the dish to set and make it easier to serve.
Enjoy your creamy, high-protein potato casserole warm!
