| Rutabaga Au Gratin
6 tablespoons of melted butter or margarine, divided
1/4 cup of all purpose flour
2 cups of milk
1 cup (1/4 lb.) shredded cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon of salt
1/8 teaspoon of pepper
4 cups of diced cooked rutabagas
1/2 cup of bread crumbs |
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Combine 1/4 cup butter and flour in a heavy saucepan over low heat. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually stir constantly. Gradually stir in milk; cook over medium heat stirring constantly, until smooth and thickened. Add cheese and seasonings, stirring until the cheese is melted. Place rutabaga in lightly greased 1 1/2 quart casserole; top with sauce. Combine bread crumbs with remaining 2 tablespoons butter; sprinkle over casserole. Bake at 400ºF. for 15 minutes.
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