Creamy Scalloped Potatoes

Ingredients

• 2 pounds potatoes (about 6 medium)
• 4 tablespoons butter, divided
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• Salt and pepper
• 2 1/2 cups milk
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion

Instructions

1. Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Wash potatoes; pare thinly and remove eyes. Cut potatoes into thin slices to measure about 4 cups.
3. Melt 3 tablespoons butter in saucepan over low heat. Blend in flour and seasonings. Cook over low heat, stirring until mixture is smooth and bubbly. Remove from heat. Stir in milk. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir one minute.
4. In greased a 2 quart casserole, arrange potatoes in 2 layers, topping each with half the onion and 1/3 of the white sauce. Top with remaining potatoes and sauce. Dot with remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Cover, bake for 30 minutes.
5. Uncover, bake for 60 to 70 minutes longer or until potatoes are tender.
6. Let stand for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Attribution

Posted by bettyboop50 at Recipe Goldmine 6/7/01 5:24:57 am.