3 to 4 medium potatoes
¼ plus ¼ cup (1 stick) butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup milk
1 small onion, sliced
Salt and pepper
Preheat the oven to 350°. Wash, peel, and slice the potatoes into ¼-inch rounds. In a medium-size stockpot over medium heat cover the potatoes with water and cook until just tender. Do not overcook. In a small saucepan over medium heat combine ¼ cup of the butter with the flour and milk. Cook over medium heat until the mixture begins to thicken. Sauté the onion in the remaining 1⁄4 cup butter. Add to the milk mixture. Add the salt and pepper to taste. Place the potatoes in a 2-quart casserole dish and pour the sauce mixture over the potatoes. Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes.
YIELD: 6 TO 8 SERVINGS