Favorite Scalloped Potatoes Recipe

Summary

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Ingredients

 Butter1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs)
 Flour2 Tablespoon
 Salt2 1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Pepper1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Nutmeg1⁄8 Teaspoon
 Milk4 1⁄2 Cup (72 tbs)
 Potatoes9 Cup (144 tbs), coarsely grated
 Onion1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs), finley grated
 Butter3 Tablespoon

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: Complete recipe

Calories 3130 Calories from Fat 1041

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 118 g181.2%

Saturated Fat 71.8 g358.8%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 319.4 mg106.5%

Sodium 5416.5 mg225.7%

Total Carbohydrates 479 g159.5%

Dietary Fiber 49.2 g196.9%

Sugars 72.4 g

Protein 81 g161.8%

Vitamin A 72.2% Vitamin C 714.2%

Calcium 145.1% Iron 103.9%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

Heat oven to 325 degrees.
Butter a shallow baking dish, about 13 x 9 1/2 X 2 inches (shallow glass pan measuring 3 qt. is perfect).
Melt 1/4 cup butter in large saucepan.
Sprinkle in flour, salt, pepper and nutmeg and let bubble up.
Remove from heat, add milk all at once and stir to blend.
Return to moderate heat and cook, stirring constantly, until boiling, slightly thickened and smooth.
Add potatoes and onion and blend lightly.
Pour into prepared baking dish.
Dot with 3 tbsp. butter.
Bake 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until potatoes are very tender and top is brown and crusty.
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