* 2 pounds red potatoes, peeled and sliced * 2 cups plus 2 tablespoons fat-free milk, divided * 2 garlic cloves, minced * 1 teaspoon dried basil * 3/4 teaspoon salt * 1/4 teaspoon pepper * 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour * 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese * 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese * 2 tablespoons toasted wheat germ * 1/2 teaspoon olive or canola oil
SERVINGS 8 CATEGORY Lower Fat METHOD Baked PREP 20 min. COOK 25 min. TOTAL 45 min.
DIRECTIONS
In a large saucepan, combine the potatoes, 2 cups milk, garlic and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until potatoes are tender. With a slotted spoon, remove potatoes to a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with nonstick cooking spray. In a small bowl, combine flour and remaining milk until smooth; stir into hot milk mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir in cheddar cheese until melted. Pour over potatoes; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Combine wheat germ and oil; sprinkle over top. Cover and bake at 375° for 20 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until lightly browned and heated through. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Yield: 8 servings.
NUTRITIONAL INFO
Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals 151 calories, 4 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 11 mg cholesterol, 351 mg sodium, 22 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 8 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.
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