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~ creamy calico potatoes ~ cassies

Recipe by
Cassie *
Somewhere, PA

An experiment with what I had, that needed used. Family loved these creamy potatoes. I loved the addition of pimentos. Enjoy!

yield 4 - 6
prep time 15 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For ~ creamy calico potatoes ~ cassies

  • 2 Tbsp
    butter, softened
  • 1/4
    red onion, chopped
  • 1 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 3 Tbsp
    flour
  • Pinch
    nutmeg
  • 1 1/4 tsp
    salt
  • 3 c
    cooked, cubed potatoes
  • 2 Tbsp
    pimento
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp
    fresh chopped parsley or 1 tablespoon dried
  • 1/2 c
    shredded cheese - your choice, i used swiss
  • CRUMBS
  • 1/2 c
    panko bread crumbs
  • 2 Tbsp
    melted butter
  • Season
    if you wish

How To Make ~ creamy calico potatoes ~ cassies

  • 1
    Cook potatoes in lightly salted water to cover, drain. Lightly toss with parsley and pimento, set aside.
  • 2
    In a medium saucepan, melt butter, add onion and garlic, salute until onion is tender.
  • 3
    Blend in salt, pepper, nutmeg and milk and cook until thickened, stirring constantly.
  • 4
    Preheat oven to 400 degree F. Carefully combine cream sauce with the potatoes, trying not to break up potatoes. Mix melted butter with panko crumbs and season if you like.
  • 5
    Grease a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish. Pour the potato mixture into dish and spread evenly. Top with cheese and then crumbs. Bake for 25 - 30 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
  • 6
    Serve hot as an accompaniment to just about any meat, I served with ham steak.
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