NEW MEXICAN POTATOES AU GRATIN

New Mexican Potatoes Au Gratin image

Provided by Geema

Categories Potato

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 potatoes, large Russets work best
1 tablespoon flour
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
12 ounces sour cream
4 ounces chopped green chilies
8 ounces monterey jack cheese, grated

Steps:

In a saucepan, melt butter over medium high heat.
Add flour and let cook and brown slightly, forming a thick roux.
Stir in sour cream, chilies, salt and pepper, letting sauce thicken to the consistency of thick gravy. (Add milk 1 T. at a time if you need to thin it a bit).
Remove from heat and add most of the cheese; set aside.
Slice unpeeled potatoes into 1/4 inch thick slices. Place one layer in small casserole, and pour half the cheese sauce over. Layer and and pour again.
Bake at 350°F for 45 minutes-1 hour. Top with rest of cheese and bake an additional 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 567.9, Fat 42.9, SaturatedFat 26.9, Cholesterol 108.2, Sodium 709.8, Carbohydrate 27.1, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 2.7, Protein 20.6