Creamy Cheesy Potatoes
(from SallyV’s recipe box)
Non-baked cheesy potatoes
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Serves 4 people
Categories: Side Dish
Ingredients
- 3 lb. potatoes peeled and cut into1/2” cubes
- 4 T. butter
- 4 T. flour
- 2 1/2 C. milk
- 1/2 C. heavy cream
- 2 C. shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 T. chopped chives or parsley, optional
Directions
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Place potatoes in a large pot of heavily salted water. Bring to a boil, then simmer until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and return to pot.
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In a medium pan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add flour and make a roux by whisking rapidly. Once the butter and flour are combined, add milk in a slow stream, whisking constantly. Simmer, stirring, until mixture begins to thicken, 4-5 minutes. Add cream and continue to stir until the sauce thickens a bit more, add the cheese and stir until it melts. Remove from heat and season with salt to taste.
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Pour sauce over potatoes and stir gently to coat potatoes in sauce. Garnish each serving, if desired, with chives or parsley.