Traditional scalloped potatoes are made
extra tasty in this potato recipe with a velvety cheese sauce
made from low fat 2 % evaporated milk, plus low fat cheese and
turkey bacon. These potatoes are so rich and creamy you will
never miss the fat!
Scrumptious
Cheddar Bacon Scalloped Potatoes
- 6 slices turkey bacon,
cooked and chopped - divided use
2 to 2 1/2 pounds (about 6 medium) potatoes, unpeeled and thinly
sliced
3 tablespoons butter or margarine
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 can (12-ounce) can NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated
Lowfat 2% Milk
1 cup water
2 cups (8 ounce package) shredded 2% cheddar cheese - divided
use
2 green onions, sliced
- Place potatoes in large
saucepan. Cover with water; bring to a boil. Cook over medium-high
heat for 8 to 10 minutes or until just fork tender; drain.
- Meanwhile, melt butter
in medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt and
pepper. Gradually stir in evaporated milk, water and 1/3 cup
bacon. Cook for about 8 to 10 minutes, stirring constantly, until
mixture comes to a boil. Remove from heat. Stir in 1 1/2 cups
cheese and green onion.
- Layer half of potatoes
in ungreased 3-quart microwave-safe dish. Pour half of sauce
over potatoes. Top with remaining potatoes and sauce. Top with
remaining cheese and bacon. Microwave uncovered on HIGH (100%)
power for 2 to 3 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Makes 16 servings (1/2
cup each).
Estimated Times:
Preparation Time: 10 mins
Cooking Time: 20 mins
Nutritional Information
Per Serving: Calories: 140 Calories from Fat: 70 Total Fat: 8
g Saturated Fat: 4.5 g Cholesterol: 25 mg Sodium: 260 mg Carbohydrates:
13 g Dietary Fiber: 1 g Sugars: 3 g Protein: 7 g
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used with permission.
