[Southern Belle 2067]

GOLDEN POTATO SURPRISE

4 to 5 medium yukon gold potatoes peeled and diced
2 Tbls. butter
2 vidalia onions, chopped
2 Tbls. all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. dried thyme
1/2 tsp. sea salt
1/2 tsp. fresh ground black pepper
1 cup half and half cream
1 tsp. stone ground mustard
1/2 cup Hellman,s mayonnaise
4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
grated cheese of your choice (optional)

Cook potatoes in boiling salted water until tender; drain and set aside. In a saucepan, melt butter. Sauté onions until soft; stir in flour, thyme, salt and pepper. Gradually add cream, stirring constantly until sauce thickens. Remove from heat; let cool slightly. Add mustard and mayonnaise; stir until well-mixed and smooth. Place potatoes in a 1 -1/2-quart casserole bowl; cover with sauce. Bake at 350* for 30 minutes. Before serving sprinkle with crumbled bacon and cheese if so desired. Yields 4-6 servings.

This is very good and tasty, eat with sandwiches of your choice.