Flemming's Steakhouse Scalloped Potatoes

Flemmings Steakhouse and Wine Bar is noted for it's perfectly cooked prime beef. I would go there just for the potatoes and wine selection. If you like hot you can add more jalapeno.

• Ready In: 1 hr 20 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 cups heavy cream
• 1  cup half-and-half
• 2  teaspoons kosher salt, flakes
• 2  teaspoons  finely ground white pepper
• 1  small  jalapeno, seeds removed and minced
• 3  ounces leeks, chopped (white part only)
• 3  cups  grated good quality cheddar cheese
• 4  lbs russet potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Spray bottom and sides of a 9x12 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
3. Place cream, half-and-half, salt and pepper in a heavy sauce pan and bring to a simmer over medium high heat.
4. Place jalapeno, leeks and cheese in a large mixing bowl, add cream and mix thoroughly.
5. Add potatoes and mix.
6. Spread potato mixture evenly in prepared baking dish, cover tightly with foil and bake 45 minutes.
7. Remove foil and bake 15 minutes or until browned and potatoes are tender.