Three-Cheese Scalloped Potatoes - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1 large onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 3/4 cups milk
1 cup diced ham
1 1/2 lbs potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced (4 cups)
3/4 cup shredded smoked gouda cheese
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Preparation

Preheat oven to 350\u00b0.
The sauce--in a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; add onion and garlic; saute until tender.
Stir in flour, salt, and pepper; add milk all at once.
Cook/stir until thickened and bubbly; stir in ham; remove from heat.
Put half the sliced potatoes in a greased 1 1/2 quart casserole dish; top with half the sauce.
Sprinkle with smoked Gouda and cheddar cheese; add remaining potatoes and sauce.
Cover dish with foil; bake 35 minutes; uncover and bake for 30-35 minutes or until potatoes are tender and golden; sprinkle with Parmesan; bake 5 minutes or until cheese is golden; let stand 15 minutes before serving.