Have you been hitting the Christmas party circuit? It’s against the rules to show up empty-handed, but the Fred Meyer fruitcakes never get the smiles you’re looking for. Here’s a great side dish idea that fills all the holiday requirements. It’s simple, quick, and elegant, and who doesn’t like scalloped potatoes? Dig in, and Merry Christmas!
Ingredients:
- ¾ pound unpeeled baking potatoes, cut into ¼” slices (2 medium potatoes)
- 1/3 cup chopped red bell pepper (1 medium)
- 1 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp dried whole marjoram
- ¼” tsp dry mustard
- 1/8” tsp pepper
- ¾” cup skim milk
- ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (2 oz)
Preparation:
- Combine potatoes and bell pepper in an 8” square baking dish; cover with heavy-duty plastic wrap and vent.
- Microwave on high 10-12 minutes or until potatoes are tender, stirring every 2 minutes. Set aside.
- Combine flour, marjoram, mustard, and pepper in a 1-quart glass measure; gradually stir in milk.
- Microwave at high 3-4 minutes or until thickened, stirring every 1 ½ minutes.
- Add shredded cheese, stirring well; microwave at high 30 seconds or until cheese melts.
- Pour cheese sauce over potato mixture, stirring gently to coat.
