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Potatoes Au Gratin

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Potatoes au gratin recipe is finished under the broiler.

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 3 cups diced cooked potatoes
  • 6 tablespoons butter or margarine
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 cup soft bread crumbs

Preparation:

Potatoes au gratin recipe.
Place potatoes in a shallow, broilerproof baking dish. In a saucepan over medium-low heat, melt 6 tablespoons butter. Remove 3 tablespoons of butter to a cup or bowl; set aside. To the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter in the saucepan, add flour. Stir to blend well; gradually stir in milk. Continue cooking, stirring constantly, until sauce is thick and smooth. Add cheese and continue stirring until cheese is melted. Pour sauce over potatoes in baking dish; mix gently. Place bread crumbs in a bowl; drizzle with remaining 3 tablespoons melted butter; toss to coat. Sprinkle buttered bread crumbs evenly over potatoes. Bake potatoes au gratin at 400° for about 15 minutes to heat through, then broil until golden brown. Recipe for potatoes au gratin serves 4.

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Absolutely Delicious!December 29, 2008By smilingzoia
"I was looking for a great potato recipe, and I DEFINITELY found it. It took about 25 minutes (in total) to make, and I couldn't stop eating! Will definitely remake this recipe, over and over, and over! If you are looking for something delicious, fast and easy to make, then this is the thing for you. I have two dinners tomorrow, and this dish will be a hit at both of them! Thank you!"

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