Au Gratin Potatoes

Au Gratin Potatoes

Ingredients

 3 tablespoons butter

 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

 1 1/2 teaspoons salt

 1/4 teaspoon pepper

 2 cups 2% milk

 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded gruyere

 5 cups thinly sliced peeled potatoes (about 6 medium)

Procedure

Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth.

Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat; stir in cheese until melted and then add the potatoes.

Transfer to a baking dish. Cover and bake 1 hour. Uncover; bake 30-40 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and have some color.