Potatoes Poupon - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/3 c. minced shallots
3 Tbsp. butter or margarine
2 c. heavy cream
1/3 c. Gray Poupon Dijon mustard
1 c. shredded Gruyere cheese (4 oz.)
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh basil leaves
8 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly slices (about 6 c.)
1/4 c. sliced almonds, toasted

Preparation

In a medium saucepan, over medium heat, cook shallots in 1 tablespoon butter or margarine until tender.
Stir in cream, mustard and remaining butter or margarine.
Simmer for 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low; add 1/2 cup shredded cheese and basil, stirring until cheese melts.