Step 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

Step 2

Cut the potatoes into 1/4 inch slices, then quarter each of those slices.

Step 3

Beat together the cream, milk, flour, garlic, salt and pepper by hand just until well combined.

Step 4

Coat the inside of a large baking dish with the softened butter.

Step 5

Arrange one-fourth of the potatoes on the bottom of the dish. Pour some of the cream mixture over the potatoes. Repeat this layering step three more times.

Step 6

Cover the potatoes and bake for 20 minutes. Uncover, and bake another 40 minutes or until the potatoes are starting to brown on top.

Step 7

Sprinkle grated Cheddar cheese over the top of the potatoes and continue to bake for 5 to 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and slightly browned and the potatoes are tender.

Step 8

Sprinkle parsley over the top and serve.