#1478 - Dried Beef and Potato Casserole

(by Shirley McNevich)

6 red potatoes (peeled, boiled until tender with 1 tsp. salt, and drained)
1/4lb. dried beef
1 small onion (chopped)
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 TBSP Parkay margarine
2 TBSP flour
2 cups milk
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 slices buttered bread

Cook potatoes and set aside. In a skillet over medium heat add Parkay and the chopped onions--stir until butter is melted and onions are carmelized. Cut dried beef into bite sized pieces and add to the melted butter--stir and brown the beef. When beef is browned add flour--stir. Add milk and pepper--stir and cook until thick. Add shredded cheese--stir and cook until cheese melts. Slice the potatoes, then alternate layers of sliced potatoes and beef mixture into a greased 2qt. casserole dish. Cut the buttered bread into bite sized pieces and spread them over the top of the beef mixture. Bake at 350 degrees for 30-40 minutes or until hot.