Asiago, Potato, & Bacon Gratin

Directions

Preheat oven to 350°.

Place potatoes in a large saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil.

Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes or until potatoes are almost tender.

Drain.

Sprinkle potatoes evenly with ¼ teaspoon salt; set aside and keep warm.

Heat a medium saucepan coated with cooking spray over medium heat.

Add shallots; cook 2 minutes or until tender, stirring frequently.

Lightly spoon flour into a dry measuring cup; level with a knife.

Sprinkle flour over shallots.

Gradually add ½ cup milk, stirring with a whisk until well blended.

Gradually add remaining 1½ cups milk, stirring with a whisk.

Cook over medium heat 9 minutes or until thick, stirring frequently.

Remove from heat; stir in ¾ teaspoon salt, asiago, chives, pepper, and bacon.

Arrange half of potato slices in an 8-inch square baking dish coated with cooking spray.

Pour half of cheese sauce over potato slices.

Top with remaining potato slices and cheese sauce; sprinkle with Parmesan.

Bake at 350° for 35 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.