Cheddar Scalloped Potatoes

By Chez_Alexander

Ingredients

• 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/4-inch thick
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 1 cup cream
• 3/4 cup milk
• 8 ounces shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, about 2 cups, divided

Details

Servings 6
Preparation time 12mins
Cooking time 42mins
Adapted from southernfood.about.com

Preparation

Step 1

1. Put sliced potatoes in a medium saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil and boil for about 4 to 5 minutes, or until just tender. Drain and set aside.

2. Heat oven to 375° and grease a 2-quart casserole.

3. In a saucepan, heat butter over medium heat. Stir in the salt, pepper, msutard, paprika, and flour. Stir until smooth and bubbly. Stir in the cream and milk and cook, stirring, until thickened. Stir in about 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheese and cook until melted.

4. Combine the sauce and potatoes and spoon into the baking dish. Top with remaining cheese. Bake for 25 to 35 minutes, until bubbly and nicely browned.

Makes 6 servings.