Au Gratin Red Potatoes

By dashy_65

Ingredients

• 2 pounds red potatoes, peeled and sliced
• 2 cups plus 2 tablespoons fat-free milk, divided
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons toasted wheat germ
• 1/2 teaspoon olive oil

Details

Servings 8

Preparation

Step 1

In a large saucepan, combine the potatoes, 2 cups milk, garlic and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until potatoes are tender. With a slotted spoon, remove potatoes to a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray.

In a small bowl, combine flour and remaining milk until smooth; stir into hot milk mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir in cheddar cheese until melted. Pour over potatoes; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Combine wheat germ and oil; sprinkle over top.

Cover and bake at 375° for 20 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until lightly browned and heated through. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Yield: 8 servings.

Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals 151 calories, 4 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 11 mg cholesterol, 351 mg sodium, 22 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 8 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.