Recipe: Papas Al Orno (shredded potatoes baked with sour cream and cheddar)

PAPAS AL ORNO

6 medium potatoes
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 cups grated cheddar cheese, divided use
1 cup sour cream
2 scallions, chopped
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
1 Tbsp. paprika
2 Tbsp. butter, softened
1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese

Cover potatoes with salted water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cook 30 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool slightly. Peel and coarsely shred potatoes, set aside.

Combine melted butter and 1 1/2 cups cheese in a small saucepan. Cook over low heat stirring constantly until cheese is melted.

Combine the potatoes, the cheese sauce, sour cream, scallions, salt, and pepper, stir well. Spoon the mixture into a greased 2-quart casserole, sprinkle with paprika, dot with the softened butter and the remaining 1/2 cup grated cheese.

Cover and bake at 300 degrees F for 25 minutes.

Makes 6-8 servings
From: Gina,Fla