Au Gratin Potatoes

Ingredients:

• 3 T. butter or margarine
• 3 T. all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 t. salt
• 1/8 t. pepper
• 2 c. milk
• 1 c. shredded cheddar cheese
• 5 c. thinly sliced, peeled potatoes (about 6 medium)
• 1/2 c. chopped onion

How to Prepare:
In a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in cheese until melted. Add potatoes and onion; stir well.

Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour. Uncover; bake 30-40 minutes longer or until the potatoes are tender.