9 med. potatoes
Salt
1/3 c. butter
1/3 c. flour
2 1/4 c. light cream or milk
1/8 tsp. pepper
1 (4 oz.) pkg. (1 c.) Cheddar cheese, shredded
3 tbsp. bread crumbs, dried

Cook potatoes. Drain and cool. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Peel and dice potatoes. In large saucepan over medium high heat, melt butter. With wire whisk or slotted spoon, stir in flour until well blended and smooth. Gradually add cream and cook, stirring constantly, until mixture is thick and bubbling. Stir in 2 teaspoons salt and pepper; then gently stir in diced potatoes. Pour potato mixture evenly into greased 12 x 8 inch baking dish; sprinkle with cheese, then bread crumbs. Bake 25 minutes or until cheese is melted and mixture is bubbly. Makes 12 servings.