Drew’s Kitchen- Cheddar scalloped potatoes

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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.

 

 

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