Lower Fat Scalloped Potatoes

I experimented and came up with a lower fat recipe for scalloped potatoes.  I used a blend of Jarlsberg Lite Reduced Fat Swiss cheese and sharp cheddar cheese with fat free Half & Half.  I was pleased with the results.  This recipe yields 6 servings at approximately 270 calories/serving. 

 

Lower Fat Scalloped Potatoes  

 

4 cups thinly slice potatoes (approx. 4 Russet potatoes)

2 Tablespoons olive oil (I used Berio olive oil for Sauteing & Grilling)

1 Tablespoon Olivio buttery spread
1/4 medium onion, sliced thin
3 Tablespoons whole wheat flour (or white flour if preferred)
1 1/2 cups fat free Half & Half
1 teaspoon salt
1 dash cayenne pepper
3/4 cups Jarlsberg Lite Reduced fat swiss cheese, shredded
3/4 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
Paprika

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.  In a small pan, combine the olive oil and olivio spread.  Cook at a low temperature until warm.  Add sliced onions and saute until tender.

Add flour and stir until combined. Let blend for approximately one minute.  Add Half & Half and stir mixture using a whisk.  Add salt and a sprinkle of cayenne pepper.  Cook at a low temperature until mixture begins to boil.  Add 1 cup of the cheese mixture reserving 1/2 cup of cheese to sprinkle on the top layer.

Place 1/2 of the sliced potatoes in a one quart casserole dish.   I sprayed the surface of the pan with Pam spray to prevent sticking.  Pour 1/2 of the melted cheese mixture over the layer of potatoes.

Repeat with second layer of potatoes and cheese sauce.  Sprinkle 1/2 cup of the reserved shredded cheese mixture on top.  Sprinkle with paprika for some color.

Bake uncovered for about 1 hour.  Remove from oven.

Makes 6 servings at approximately 270 calories per serving.  Enjoy!