Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 pound

small red potatoes

quartered

4.5 tsp

butter

melted

4.5 tsp

all-purpose flour

stirred until smooth

1.5 cup

whole milk

0.5 cup

grated Parmesan cheese

grated

1 tbsp

fresh rosemary

minced

1 unit

garlic clove

minced

0.25 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

pepper

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2
~5 min

Grease a 13x9 inch baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~5 min

Quarter the red potatoes and place them in the greased baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 4
~5 min

Bake the potatoes, uncovered, for 40 minutes.

Step 5
~5 min

While the potatoes are baking, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 6
~5 min

Stir in flour until smooth.

Step 7
~5 min

Gradually add milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.

Step 8
~5 min

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until thickened.

Step 9
~5 min

Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, minced fresh rosemary, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.

Step 10
~5 min

Pour the sauce over the baked potatoes, stirring to coat evenly.

Step 11
~5 min

Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 8-12 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the potatoes are tender.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 12
~5 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use Yukon Gold potatoes for a creamier texture.

Add a pinch of nutmeg to the sauce for extra warmth.

Broil the potatoes for the last minute to brown the top.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepped ahead and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with roasted chicken or steak.

Pair with a green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted Chicken
Steak
Green Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Dinner
Side Dish

Popularity Score

70/100