To give your favorite scalloped potato recipe an Italian flare, start by layering scalloped potatoes, canned tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese in a baking dish.

Bake at 350 Fahrenheit for about 40 minutes. Take the Italian vibe to the next level by sprinkling seasonings like basil, garlic, oregano, and a dash of white pepper.

To make some Mexican scalloped potatoes, add sliced potatoes and canned nacho cheese soup to a Crock-Pot and let them simmer for four or five hours.

Serve with freshly grated pepper Jack cheese to add more spice to the dish. If you're afraid that'll cause terrible tongue-searing, add a dollop of sour cream or plain yogurt.

Canned ham and peas turn a scalloped potato dish into a full-fledged dinner casserole. The ham adds a smoky flavor to the cheeses, while the peas add extra flavor.

Since frozen or canned peas have their own liquids, you will need to adjust the liquid content of the dish. Rinse the ham before to avoid a salty end product.

Mushroom soup and canned mushrooms can turn scalloped potatoes into a tasty side for any main course by adding a smoky flavor, creaminess,

and a bit of substance.

This dish becomes even creamier when mixed with a scalloped potato recipe that calls for cream cheese instead of or in addition to cheddar and other types of cheeses.

Adding canned tuna and canned cream of celery soup to a scalloped potatoes recipe boosts its creaminess, with the natural salts in the celery augmenting the tuna’s flavor.

Add onions, garlic, white pepper, and fresh herbs to give the scalloped potatoes and tuna casserole a savory kick. Peas, carrots, and broccoli can turn the recipe into a main dish.