Au Gratin Potatoes

 

2 c basic white sauce

            2 T butter

            2 T flour

            1/8 t salt

            White pepper

            1 c milk

In sauce pan melt butter over med heat.  Whisk I flour, salt and pepper until smooth.  Gradually whisk in the milk.  Bring to a boil-cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.  Use immediately-make 1 cup

1 ¼ c shredded cheese

1 ¼ t salt

¼ t pepper

6 med potatoes-peeled cooked and cubed

½ c soft bread crumbs

2 T melted butter

Prepare white sauce.  Stir in cheese, salt and pepper.  Cook and stir until cheese is melted.  Gently stir in potatoes until cooked.

Transfer to greased 2 qt baking dish.  Toss bread crumbs and butter, sprinkle over potatoes.  Cover and bake at 350 for 20 minutes.  Uncover, bake 10 minutes longer or until crumb topping is golden brown.  Makes 8 servings