Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 1.5 quart baking dish (8x8 or 9x9 inch baking dish will work).

Step 2

In a small sauce pan, melt butter and stir in flour.

Step 3

whisk in the milk and season with salt and cayenne.

Step 4

Cook sauce on low until smooth and boiling, stirring occasionally with a whisk.

Step 5

Reduce heat and stir in 1 cup of the cheddar cheese.

Step 6

Place a half of the sliced potatoes in the baking dish. Pour half of cheese sauce over potatoes. Repeat with second layer of potatoes and cheese sauce.

Step 7

Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese on top. Top with some paprika for color.

Step 8

Bake uncovered for about 1 hour at 350°F or longer until the potatoes are fork tender.