Recipe Overview
- Course: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
- Keywords: Delmonico Potatoes
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 45 minutes
- Refrigeration Time: 12 hours
- Total Time: 13 hours
- Servings: 4 people
Ingredients
- 20 oz. Simply Potatoes (1 bag)
- 3/4 cup Milk (1% or any kind)
- 3/4 cup Whipping Cream
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1 teaspoon Dry Mustard
- A generous dash of Pepper & Nutmeg
- 1 cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- 3 tablespoons Butter (divided into 6 slices)
- Paprika (for sprinkling)
Cooking Instructions
- Preparation: Begin by generously buttering an 8 x 8 inch casserole dish. Spread the entire bag of Simply Potatoes evenly within the dish.
- Sauce Creation: Over medium-high heat, combine milk, whipping cream, salt, mustard, pepper, and nutmeg in a medium saucepan. Whisk and stir until the mixture is nearly boiling.
- Adding Cheese: Introduce the cheddar cheese into the saucepan, reducing the heat and stirring until the cheese melts completely.
- Combining: Pour the creamy cheese mixture over the potatoes in the casserole dish. Let it cool slightly.
- Final Touches: Add dots of butter slices and a sprinkle of paprika over the top. Then, cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap.
- Refrigeration: Place the casserole in the refrigerator for 12 hours or overnight.
- Baking: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Take the refrigerated casserole out and bake it uncovered for 45 minutes.
Notes and Variations
- Doubling the Recipe: This recipe can easily be scaled up for larger gatherings. Simply double the ingredients and use a 9 x 13 inch casserole dish. Adjust baking time as needed.
- Ingredient Flexibility: Feel free to experiment with different types of potatoes or cheese, tailoring the dish to your taste preferences.
