Old Welches Inn

Welches, Oregon

Heritage Recipe

Stick Potato Casserole

Ingredients:

1/4 cup plus 1 Tablespoon flour

1/2 teaspoon salt

1-2/3 cups milk (whole or 2%)

1 can condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted

1/3 pound American cheese, cubed or shredded

1/3 pound extra sharp Cheddar cheese, cubed or shredded

6 or 7 large baking potatoes, peeled and sliced in long strips

1 cup chopped sweet onion

Paprika -- a dash in casserole and a sprinkle on top for color

Combine flour and salt in saucepan; whisk in milk until smooth. Bring to boil. Cook and stir 2 or 3 minutes. Remove from heat; whisk in soup and cheese until smooth. Set aside. Place potato "sticks" in a greased 15 x 11-inch pan. Sprinkle with onion and cover with cheese sauce. Bake at 350 degrees for 55 to 60 minutes.

Serves: 6 to 8

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