Scalloped Three Cheese Potatoes

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• 1 1/2 pounds potatoes, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons butter, divided
• 1 pint heavy cream
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
• 4 slices provolone cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Grease a 1 1/2 quart or larger casserole dish with butter or nonstick spray.
2. Layer half of the potato slices in the bottom of the casserole dish. Dot with half of the butter cut or pinched into small pieces. Arrange half of the minced garlic over the potatoes, and then pour half of the heavy cream over. Sprinkle one cup of Cheddar cheese over the layer, and season with salt and pepper. Repeat layering of potatoes, garlic, cream and Cheddar cheese, then top with the slices of provolone cheese. Season again with salt and pepper.
3. Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, and then sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the top. This will create a semi-hard cheese crust. Continue baking uncovered for another 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender when tested with a fork.