Elegant Scalloped Potatoes |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 10 |
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I wanted a different side dish one night, so I dressed up my usual scalloped potatoes with bacon, green onion and extra cheese. Microwaving speeds things up, but you can save even more time by preparing it a day early. Ingredients:
8 large baking potatoes |
6 tablespoons butter, cubed |
6 tablespoons king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
1 to 2 teaspoons garlic powder |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/2 teaspoon pepper |
3-1/2 cups milk |
12 ounces process cheese (velveeta), cubed |
1/3 cup crumbled cooked bacon |
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese |
1/4 cup sliced green onions |
Directions:
1. Scrub and pierce potatoes; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave on high for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Cool slightly.
2. In a saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, garlic powder, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add the process cheese and bacon; stir until cheese is melted. Remove from the heat; set aside.
3. Cut potatoes into 1/4-in. slices. Place a third of the slices in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish; top with a third of the cheese sauce. Repeat layers twice. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese and onions.
4. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15 minutes or until cheese is melted. Yield: 10-12 servings.
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