Scrumptous Scalloped Potatoes

By charlotteh371

Ingredients

• 4 cups thinly sliced potatoes
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 1 1/2 cups milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• dash cayenne pepper, to taste
• 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese, save some to sprinkle on top
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, save some to sprinkle on top
• paprika to taste

Preparation

Step 1

In a small sauce pan, melt butter and blend in flour. Let sit for a minute. Add all of cold milk, stirring with a whisk. Season with salt and cayenne. Cook sauce on low until smooth and boiling, stirring occasionally with a whisk. Reduce heat and stir in cheese.
Place a half of the sliced potatoes in a lightly greased one quart casserole dish. Pour half of cheese sauce over potatoes.
Repeat with second layer of potatoes and cheese sauce. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top. Top with some paprika for color and Italian parsley if you have some.
Bake uncovered for about 1 hour at 350°F.