Delmonico Potatoes
Looking for a classic and elegant side dish to elevate your meal? Delmonico Potatoes are a rich, creamy casserole rooted in culinary history—originating from the famed Delmonico’s restaurant in 1800s New York City. This make-ahead dish features tender shredded potatoes baked in a velvety cheddar cheese sauce with warm spices, making it perfect for holidays, dinner parties, or cozy family meals.
Servings: 6
Calories: 335kcal
Ingredients
- 20 oz Simply Potatoes 1 bag, pre-shredded
- 3/4 cup milk 1% or any preferred type
- 3/4 cup whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon dry mustard
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Freshly grated nutmeg to taste
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 3 tablespoons butter divided into 6 slices
- Paprika for sprinkling
Instructions
- Generously butter an 8x8 inch casserole dish. Spread the Simply Potatoes evenly in the dish.
- In a saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the milk, whipping cream, kosher salt, dry mustard, pepper, and nutmeg. Stir until the mixture is nearly boiling.
- Reduce the heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted and smooth.
- Pour the creamy cheese mixture over the potatoes in the casserole dish. Let it cool slightly.
- Dot the top with the butter slices and sprinkle with paprika.
- Cover the casserole tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 12 hours or overnight.
- When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°F. Remove the plastic wrap and bake the casserole uncovered for 45 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.
Notes
Refrigerate leftovers promptly. To reheat, warm in the oven until heated through.
While best served fresh, leftovers can be frozen and reheated later.
Feel free to customize the cheese or add herbs for extra flavor.