Au Gratin Potatoes

Au Gratin Potatoes
Serves: 12
Source: Taste of Home

I love making homemade recipes for my family. This side dish compliments many main dishes and is so easy to make.—Carol Van Sickle, Versailles, Kentucky

Ingredients:

8 cups cubed peeled potatoes
1/4 cup butter cubed
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 -1/2 cups milk
1 pound process American cheese cubed
Minced fresh parsley

Instructions:

In a large saucepan, cook potatoes in boiling water until done. Drain and place in a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. In a saucepan, melt butter. Add the flour, salt and pepper; stir to form a smooth paste. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil; boil and stir for 1 minute. Add cheese; stir just until melted. Pour over potatoes. Cover and bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until bubbly. Sprinkle with parsley.
Yield: 12 servings.