Au Gratin Potatoes Recipe

By dmscott52

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 2 cups 2% milk
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
• 5 cups thinly sliced peeled potatoes (about 6 medium)
• 1/2 cup chopped onion

Preparation

Step 1

In a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in cheese until melted. Add potatoes and onion.
Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 1 hour. Uncover; bake 30-40 minutes longer or until the potatoes are tender. Yield: 6-8 servings.