Tgi Friday'S Au Gratin Potatoes (Copycat)

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   Bake potatoes in oven at 400u00b0F until completely cooked.

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   Cool for 30 minutes at room temperature, then slice into 1/2-inch thick rounds.

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   Mix together the Bechamel sauce, salt and white pepper.

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   Add remaining ingredients.

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   Fold in potatoes.

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   Place mixture in covered baking dish in a 300u00b0F oven for 1 hour, or until potatoes are hot all the way through.

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   Remove the cover and allow potatoes to brown.

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   Bechamel Sauce Recipe:

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   In a saucepan, combine the flour and butter. Cook over a low flame, for about 15 minutes until the mixture begins to bubble.

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    Stir frequently so the roux does not color.

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    Gradually add the half-and-half, stirring out the lumps as it thickens.

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    After the entire amount of half-and-half has been added, cook for 45 minutes over a low flame, stirring occasionally to keep the mixture from sticking to the saucepan.

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    Season to taste with salt and pepper.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.