Spicy Au Gratin Potatoes

A kicky alternative to the usual potatoes.

• Ready In: 2 hrs
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 4  russet potatoes, sliced
• 1  onion, diced & sauteed
•  salt and pepper
• 3  tablespoons butter
• 3  tablespoons flour
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 2  cups milk
• 1 1⁄2 cups monterey jack pepper cheese, shredded

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Grease 1 qt casserole dish.
2. Sweat onions in a little butter in a saute pan until transparent.
3. Layer potatoes and onions in the casserole.
4. In a saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Mix in the flour and salt, stir constantly with a whisk for 1 minute. Stir in milk slowly and cook until mixture thickens. Stir in cheese and stir until melted. Pour cheese over the potatoes. Cover dish with aluminum foil.
5. Bake 1 1/2 hours in preheated oven.