Scalloped Potatoes

Ingredients:

4 cups thinly sliced potatoes

3 tablespoons butter

3 tablespoons flour

1 1/2 cups milk

1 teaspoon salt

1 small pinch of cayenne pepper

6 slices of american cheese

1/2 cup grated cheese, to sprinkle on top

paprika

Directions:

Preheat oven to 375F.  In a small sauce pan, melt butter and blend in flour.  Cook over medium heat for 3-4 minutes to a light blonde.  While CONSTANTLY WHISKING, add all of cold milk in small increments.   Season with salt and cayenne.  Cook sauce on low until smooth stirring frequently.   Stir in cheese.   Continue to cook while stirring/whisking frequently until cheese is completely melted and incorporated.  Layer half of sliced potatoes in a lightly greased one quart casserole.  Pour half of cheese sauce over potatoes.   Repeat with second layer of potatoes and cheese sauce.  Bake at 375F for 45 mins.  Top with 1/2 cup of shredded cheese and a dash of paprika.  Return to oven and bake until cheesy is bubbly and slightly browned.Original Scalloped Potatoes Recipe