SWISS POTATOES

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Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 pounds potatoes small new with skins, quartered (about 8)
1/2 cup white wine
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 cup half and half
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 tablespoon Kirsch (optional)
1/4 teaspoon salt
dash nutmeg ground
4 ounces Swiss cheese shredded or crumbled Gorgonzola cheese (about 1 cup)
parsley Chopped
black pepper Freshly ground

Steps:

Cook potatoes in boiling salted water for 12 to 15 minutes or until tender. Drain well. Place in a shallow 6-cup serving dish or platter. Cover and keep warm.In a small saucepan, stir wine and cornstarch until smooth. Add half-and-half, butter, Kirsch, salt and nutmeg. Stirring over medium heat, bring to a boil and boil for 1 minute or until smooth and slightly thickened. Remove from heat.Stir in about two-thirds of the cheese until melted. Spoon over potatoes. Top with remaining cheese. Sprinkle with parsley and pepper. Cover with a lid and let stand several minutes to melt the cheese. Serve immediately.

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