Holiday Scalloped Potatoes

Instructions

1. Step
   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and add in the shallot and garlic. Cook for 1 minute. Add your Ontario milk, cream, and thyme. Then bring this up to a simmer.
2. Step
   Once the sauce starts to thicken add in your grated cheese. Stir this in and remove from the heat. Set aside.
3. Step
   Peel and thinly slice all of your potatoes. In a large bowl combine potatoes and sauce. Mix thoroughly.
4. Step
   In a large skillet, melt a few cubes of butter. Add in the vegetables and begin sautéing. Add in the spice mix. Don’t over cook the vegetables as you still want a crunch after baking.
5. Step
   In a large baking dish, begin layering the potatoes. Add the remaining sauce back on top once you’ve layered your potatoes and the rest of your cheese
6. Step
   Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 50 minutes. Remove the aluminum foil and turn on your broil setting. Allow this to continue to cook uncovered for ten minutes or until the top becomes golden brown.
7. Step
   Top with chives and serve family style.