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Light Scalloped Potatoes with Spinach and Goat Cheese

I’m excited to share these Fast and Light Scalloped Potatoes with you, but I should make it clear that this recipe is faster and lighter than typical scalloped potato recipes. It still takes about 45 minutes and contains cheese and half and half, but I would guess the time and fat is cut about in half, which is pretty good if you ask me. Scalloped Potatoes with Goat Cheese and Spinach | The Weary Chef This tasty side dish is made with goat cheese, so you know its good! Speaking of goat cheese, are you ever surprised by what kids like to eat (or not eat)? My kids turn their noses up at things like casseroles, no matter how seemingly kid friendly, because the ingredients are all mixed together. That makes me think they are not particularly adventurous eaters, yet they love things with strong flavors like olives, pickles, and goat cheese. I know other picky kids who also like goat cheese, so I’ve given up on making guesses about kids’ tastes. Light Scalloped Potatoes with Spinach and Goat Cheese | The Weary Chef These light scalloped potatoes are tricky for serving to kids because they do have goat cheese, but they also have a green vegetable and definitely resemble a casserole. My oldest would not even take a taste, but my little one would have probably given it a try. Instead of offering him some like a good mother, I served it at grownup dinner and then saved all the leftovers for myself. I’m a bad person, I know.   Adapted from Potato Gratin with Goat Cheese and Garlic at Epicurious.com.

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Fast and Light Scalloped Potatoes with Spinach and Goat Cheese
This healthier recipe for scalloped potatoes is at least as good as the full fat version!
Scalloped Potatoes with Goat Cheese and Spinach | The Weary Chef
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Course Side Dish
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Servings
Ingredients
  • 2 large baking potatoes thoroughly washed
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder divided
  • 1 tsp. kosher salt divided
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 5 oz. baby spinach
  • 5 oz. fresh goat cheese divided
  • 1/2 c. grated parmesan cheese divided
  • 1/4 c. milk
  • 1/2 c. half and half
Course Side Dish
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Servings
Ingredients
  • 2 large baking potatoes thoroughly washed
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder divided
  • 1 tsp. kosher salt divided
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 5 oz. baby spinach
  • 5 oz. fresh goat cheese divided
  • 1/2 c. grated parmesan cheese divided
  • 1/4 c. milk
  • 1/2 c. half and half
Scalloped Potatoes with Goat Cheese and Spinach | The Weary Chef
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Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Spray a 9 x 13" baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
  2. Meanwhile, prick potatoes several times on all sides with a fork, and place on a microwave-safe plate. Cover with a slightly damp paper towel, and microwave on high for 5 minutes. Remove and let cool for a few minutes, then carefully slice into about 1/4" slices.
  3. Spread a single layer of potatoes in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle 1/2 tsp. salt, 1/4 tsp. garlic powder, and a few grinds of black pepper over the potatoes
  4. Spread almost all the spinach over the potatoes, saving a couple handfuls for the top layer. Crumble half the goat cheese over the spinach, then sprinkle 1/4 c. parmesan over the top.
  5. Evenly lay the remaining potato slices over the spinach, and arrange the remaining spinach over the potatoes. Sprinkle with 1/2 tsp. salt, 1/4 tsp. garlic powder, and a few grinds of black pepper.
  6. Slowly pour the milk and half and half evenly over the potato and spinach. Cover dish with foil sprayed with cooking spray, and bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes.
  7. Remove foil. Crumble the remaining goat cheese over the top, and then sprinkle the rest of the parmesan over that. Continue to bake approximately 15 minutes longer until bubbly and starting to brown. Enjoy!

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  1. tanya says

    August 20, 2013 at 6:32 am

    Your pictures are making me hungry! I love that these scalloped potatoes are not the extra cheesy kind. I love spinach and goat cheese, they really make your potatoes stand out!

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    • The Weary Chef says

      August 20, 2013 at 11:38 am

      Thanks, Tanya! I wasn’t happy with how these photos turned out, so I appreciate that :) It tasted better than it looks!

      Reply

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