Au Gratin Taters

Au Gratin Taters

3 Tbsp. butter

3 Tbsp. flour

1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt

1/8 tsp. fresh ground pepper

2 cups milk

1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded

5 cups thinly sliced, peeled potatoes

1/2 cup chopped onion

Use a large skillet. Melt butter over low heat; whisk in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk, stirring, or whisking constantly. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in cheese until melted. Add potatoes and onion and stir well. Transfer to a 2-quart, greased baking dish. Cover and bake at 350º F for one hour. Uncover and bake another 30-40 minutes or until potatoes are tender. 6-8 servings.

I just purely love this dish either hot or cold. Cold, they're a wonderful substitute for potato salad. These sure hit the spot for supper on a chilly fall evening.

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