Potatoes Au Gratin:


4 russet potatoes, sliced (3/8 to 1/4 inch thick)
1 onion, sliced
1 pint milk
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (sharp)
3 tbsp butter
3 tbsp flour
1/2 tsp salt
salt & pepper

Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit, and layer half of the sliced potatoes onto the bottom of a buttered 1 quart casserole pan. Layer the onions on top of that, add salt and pepper for seasoning, and layer the other half of the potatoes on top of the onions.



Meanwhile, melt butter over medium-low heat in a saucepan, and add flour and salt, whisking to an even texture. Do not let clump. After one minute, add milk and cook until thickened, stirring continuously to keep a smooth texture. Add cheddar, and cook while stirring for about another minute, until the cheese is completely melted and incorporated into the sauce. Pour sauce over the potatoes, cover in aluminum foil, and bake in oven for 1 1/2 hours.




7/10: This is an easy and delicious way to prepare potatoes. If you like potatoes and cheese, you'd definitely like this dish.