Yesss, I’m obsessed! 🧀✨ “Grate Expectations” — such a fun, pun-filled name for a comforting, melty cheesy bake. This one deserves golden edges, stretchy cheese, and maybe a little crisp on top. Let’s make it dreamy:
🧀 Grate Expectations
A cozy layered potato and veggie bake with gooey cheese, creamy sauce, and golden baked love.
🥔 Ingredients:
- 3–4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 zucchini or a handful of spinach (optional veg layer)
- 1 cup grated cheddar (or a mix: mozzarella, gruyère, whatever’s calling you)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 cups milk (or plant milk)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- Salt & pepper
- Optional: breadcrumbs or extra cheese for topping
🍽️ Method:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a saucepan, melt butter, whisk in flour to make a roux. Slowly add milk, whisk until smooth and thickened.
- Stir in garlic powder, nutmeg, salt, pepper — then add most of the cheese.
- In a baking dish, layer potatoes, veggies, and cheesy sauce. Repeat until full.
- Top with remaining cheese (and breadcrumbs if using).
- Bake for 40–50 mins until bubbling and golden brown.
💬 Affirmation:
“Take your time. Good things melt slowly.”
Want the picture next? I can cue it up with golden cheese glow, cozy bake dish, and maybe a tiny spoon waiting patiently. 🧡🧂
