Gluten-Free Scalloped Potatoes

These gluten-free scalloped potatoes with a tasty cheese sauce start out in the microwave and then finish baking in the oven.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 50 mins
• Calories: 261 Calories

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 ounces shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• 1 pinch paprika, or to taste
• 5 medium Idaho potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1.5 cups milk
• 0.125 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2.5 tablespoons cornstarch
• 0.5 cup grated reduced-sodium Parmesan cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Place butter in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave, uncovered, on high until melted, 30 to 45 seconds. Whisk in cornstarch and cayenne pepper to form a paste. Add milk and whisk until well blended. Microwave on high for 2 minutes. Stir, and microwave until thick, another 2 minutes. Stir in Cheddar cheese.

Step 3

Place 1/2 of the potatoes in the prepared casserole dish and spread 1/2 of the sauce over top. Repeat with remaining potatoes and sauce. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese and paprika over top.

Step 4

Microwave, covered, on high for 10 minutes.

Step 5

Transfer potatoes to the preheated oven and bake, uncovered, until sauce is bubbly and potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.

Step 6

Line a large microwave- and oven-safe casserole dish with parchment.