Ingredients
2
tablespoons butter or margarine
1
small onion, chopped (1/4 cup)
1
tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2
teaspoon salt
1/4
teaspoon pepper
2
cups milk
2
cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
6
medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced (6 cups)
1/4
cup dry bread crumbs
Paprika, if desired
Preparation
Heat oven to 375°F. Grease 1 1/2-quart casserole with shortening or spray with cooking spray.
In 2-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Cook onion in butter about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. Stir in flour, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, until bubbly; remove from heat.
Stir in milk. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute; remove from heat. Stir in 1 1/2 cups of the cheese until melted.
Spread potatoes in casserole. Pour cheese sauce over potatoes. Bake uncovered 1 hour.
In small bowl, mix remaining 1/2 cup cheese and the bread crumbs; sprinkle over potatoes. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake uncovered 15 to 20 minutes or until top is brown and bubbly and potatoes are tender.
