Ingredients:
– 4 cups thinly sliced potatoes
– 3 tablespoons butter
– 3 tablespoons flour
– 1 1⁄2 cups milk
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1 dash cayenne pepper
– 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
– 1⁄2 cup grated cheese, to sprinkle on top
– Paprika
Instructions:
– 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.
– Bake uncovered for about 1 hour at 350°F.