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Scalloped Potatoes

Scalloped Potatoes

30 Ratings
30 Ratings
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Scalloped Potatoes in a skillet
Makes: 4 servings
Total Cost: $$$$
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Preparation Time: 20 minutes

A hearty side dish that would go well with a flavorful fish recipe and a fresh green salad.

Ingredients

  • 6 cups potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons margarine
  • 1 cup onions, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups whole milk

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Wash potatoes; peel and slice into thin slices.
  3. Melt 1 tablespoon of margarine in heavy, deep skillet. Remove skillet from heat; spread half of potato slices in skillet.
  4. Cover potatoes with onions. Sprinkle half of flour and pepper over potato mixture.
  5. Add remaining potato slices, flour, and pepper. Cut 1 tablespoon of margarine into small pieces and place on top of potato mixture.
  6. Pour milk over potato mixture; bring to boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium low, cover, and cook until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.

Notes

Leave potato skins on for more nutrition!

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Source:

Recipes and Tips for Healthy, Thrifty Meals
USDA Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups prepared potatoes, 1/4 of recipe (390g)
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 331
Total Fat 10 g
Saturated Fat 3 g
Cholesterol 12 mg
Sodium 114 mg
Carbohydrates 52 g
Dietary Fiber 6 g
Total Sugars 9 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 9 g
Vitamin D 2 mcg
Calcium 173 mg
Iron 2 mg
Potassium 1160 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 331
Total Fat 10 g
Saturated Fat 3 g
Monounsaturated Fat 4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2 g
Linoleic Acid 2 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.5 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 mg
Omega 3 - DHA 0 mg
Cholesterol 12 mg
Carbohydrates 52 g
Dietary Fiber 6 g
Total Sugars 9 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 9 g
Minerals
Calcium 173 mg
Potassium 1160 mg
Sodium 114 mg
Copper 295 mcg
Iron 2 mg
Magnesium 68 mg
Phosphorus 246 mg
Selenium 7 mcg
Zinc 1 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 114 mcg RAE
Vitamin B6 0.7 mg
Vitamin B12 0.6 mg
Vitamin C 46 mg
Vitamin D 2 mcg
Vitamin E 1 mg
Vitamin K 12 mcg
Folate 65 mcg DFE
Thiamin 0.3 mg
Riboflavin 0.3 mg
Niacin 3 mg
Choline 48 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Vegetables 1 3/4 cups
Grains 1/2 ounces
Dairy 1/2 cups

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