Creamed Potatoes as Bettina Served Them
This classic recipe for Creamed Potatoes, straight from 1900, offers a comforting and rich side dish. Tender cooked potatoes are enveloped in a creamy, cheesy white sauce, creating a satisfying texture and flavor. It's a simple yet elegant dish, perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion.
Ingredients
- 3 C Cold, cooked potatoes, chopped
- 6 T Grated cheese
- 2 T Butter
- 1 1/2 C Milk
- 3 T Flour
- 1/2 t Salt
- 1/8 t Pepper
Instructions
- 1Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and seasoning (salt and pepper), and mix well to form a roux. Gradually whisk in the milk and cheese until smooth.
- 2Cook the sauce until it reaches the consistency of a vegetable white sauce, about one minute after it boils. Add the chopped potatoes and cook for 4 minutes, stirring constantly to combine and heat through.
- 3Serve immediately.