Classic Potatoes Au Gratin

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ingredients

Sauce
1½ Tbsp. nonhydrogenated butter-type tub spread (such as Smart Balance)
1½ Tbsp. all-purpose flour
Salt and pepper to taste
1 & 2/3 cups 1% milk
1½ cups shredded 75% reduced-fat cheddar cheese (extra sharp if available)

6 medium russet potatoes (about 6 oz. each), peeled and cut into d-inch-thick slice

preparation

12 servings
Serving size: 1/3 cup
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 1½ hour

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. To prepare the cheese sauce: Melt the buttery spread in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add in the flour, salt, and pepper, and stir constantly with a wire whisk for 1 minute. Stir in the milk, and cook until thickened, stirring constantly. Stir in all the cheese, and cook for 30 seconds.
2. Place half of the potato slices in a 9- by 13-inch baking pan coated with cooking spray. Pour in half the cheese sauce. Add remaining potatoes in a layer, and pour in the remaining cheese sauce.
3. Cover the dish with foil, and bake for 1 to 1½ hours or until potatoes are tender. Remove the foil, and broil the top of the casserole for 1 to 2 minutes if desired.

nutrition

Nutrition facts
Starch exchanges 1
Fat exchanges 0.5
Amount per serving
Calories 115
    Calories From Fat 25
Total Fat 3 g
    Saturated Fat 1.3 g
    Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 5 mg
Sodium 130 mg (without added salt)
Total Carbohydrate 16 g
    Dietary Fiber 1 g
    Sugars 2 g
Protein 7 g