creamy potato and leek bake
I have fallen madly in love with leeks and especially combined with potatoes. After all, I AM part Irish! Can't wait to make this dish! I may even make it for Thanksgiving. Recipe: Kraftfoods.com 11-01-14
prep time
30 Min
cook time
20 Min
method
Bake
yield
12 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 8 - red potatoes (about 2-1/2 lbs.) cut into 3/4" cubes
- 2 - leeks, white and light green parts sliced
- 1 can (14.5 oz.) chicken broth, divided
- 1/4 cup all purpose flour
- 2 ounces velveeta, cut into 1/2" cubes
- 1 cup kraft finely shredded triple cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup panko bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
How To Make creamy potato and leek bake
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Step 1In a large pan, cook potatoes for 10 minutes in boiling salted water.
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Step 2In a large nonstick skillet, cook leeks, stirring, on medium heat for 6 to 8 minutes or until tender. Stir in 1-1/4 cups broth.
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Step 3Whisk flour and remaining broth in a small bowl until blended. Gradually stir into ingredients in skillet; cook 5 minutes or until thickened, stirring constanty. Add Velveeta and 1/2 cup shredded cheese; cook and stir 4 minutes or until melted. Stir in garlic powder and salt.
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Step 4Drain potatoes and place in a 2-1/2 qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray. Cover with cheese sauce; top with remaining shredded cheese, then combined Panko crumbs and butter.
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Step 5Bake in a preheated 400º oven for 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender and sauce is heated through.
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Step 6NOTE: You can use any type of potatoes you like and any combination of cheeses that you prefer, to make it your own.
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Category:
Vegetables
Category:
Potatoes
Category:
Other Side Dishes
Tag:
#Quick & Easy
Tag:
#For Kids
Tag:
#Healthy
Tag:
#Heirloom
Method:
Bake
Culture:
Irish
Ingredient:
Potatoes
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