I seemed to have magically put on 5 pounds over the holidays. Really don’t know how it happened. It’s like I woke up one morning and had trouble buttoning my jeans. So when a potato craving hit, I compromised and made these Skinny Scalloped Potatoes.
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Maybe it’s got something to do with my eating everything in front of me for the past 6 weeks.
I don’t know about you, but I just can’t give up certain foods when it comes to losing weight. I tell myself it’s all about compromise and moderation. We still have to live and enjoy life, and food is one of the simple pleasures that we all enjoy.
One of my weaknesses is potatoes. Cheesy. Creamy. Potatoes. I had a craving for some scalloped potatoes, but wanted to be mindful of the recent pact with myself to practice this “compromise and moderation” thing.
So I used almond milk instead of whole milk or heavy cream and low-fat cheese. It didn’t affect the taste, and was actually pretty darn awesome. There was my compromise, without the guilt.
This recipe is crazy simple and easy to prepare. These skinny scalloped potatoes are creamy and delicious… if you’re in the mood for comfort food without the guilt, you must give this a try!
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Skinny Scalloped Potatoes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 mins
Ingredients
- 5 cups thinly sliced potatoes
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all purpose flour
- 1–½ cups almond milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 heaping teaspoon minced garlic
- 1–½ cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, reserve ½ cup for topping
- Optional: ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 1 quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Gradually add in flour, whisking until smooth.
- Slowly add almond milk, continuing to whisk.
- Add minced garlic, salt and cayenne pepper. Continue to cook, whisking frequently, until smooth and boiling.
- Remove from heat and add 1 cup of the shredded cheese to saucepan. Whisk until smooth.
- Layer ½ of the sliced potatoes in the bottom of casserole dish.
- Pour ½ of the cheese sauce over potatoes. Repeat with the remaining potatoes and cheese sauce.
- Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup cheese on top.
- Bake uncovered for 1 hour or until potatoes are tender.
Notes
Adapted from Food.com
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 60 mins
- Category: Side Dishes
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Scalloped, potatoes, lower fat scalloped potatoes
Teresa says
Excellent recipe. Our go to scalloped recipe now that I’ve found it.
★★★★★
Chone says
You and everyone should use the term “lose fat” not “lose weight”…. weight can be anything. Fat is specific
Claire says
How many people does this serve?
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Claire, 4-6 servings depending upon your family’s appetite. I’d go with 4 servings if your family/guests have hearty appetites and love potatoes!
Peggy says
What is the calorie count on the skinny scalloped potato es
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Peggy! I don’t have nutritional information on this recipe, but you can search online for an “online calorie calculator” and there are several to choose from. Hope you enjoy it! 🙂
Amanda says
This is so good! Made it twice! I used parmesan cheese and loved it! It’s in the oven now and I’ve added onions at the bottom of the dish and scallions on top.
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Thanks, Amanda… so glad you enjoyed it! 🙂
Marium Bux says
The scallop potato recipe is very nice but if one is in a real hurry, one can try mixing the sauce & add 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese in and when sauce is done, toss all the slice potatoes, Mix well, then toss in a casserole pan, cover it with plastic wrap. put it in the microwave for 8 to 10 mins then put it into a preheated 375 deg oven for 20 mins. In less than 1/2 hour the scalloped potato dish is done.
★★★★
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Thanks for the shortcut tip, Marium! Happy New Year.
Arthur in the Garden! says
Yummy!