Don't these look good? I was looking for something new to do with potatoes the next time the kids come over and found these. I can't wait to give them a try and thought I'd share what I found with you. You could probably add some crumbled bacon, if you'd like, when you sprinkle the cheddar on top.

I've also included the funny story that was posted with the recipe and a link to the blog. According to the posted reviews, these taters are yummy!

http://karaskitchencreations.blogspot.com/2009/02/cheddar-potato-strips.html

We had these potatoes over the weekend and I had forgotten how much I like them. There is a funny (or sad, depending on how you look at it) story behind the making of them. For my oldest son's birthday dinner last week, he asked for steak and cheesy potatoes. I made the steak. Got distracted and overcooked it--I'm not kidding when I say they resembled shoe leather. Made the cheesy potatoes, sometimes called "funeral potatoes" in these parts. As my son was eating the potatoes, we had the following discussion:

Son-"These are good mom, but why didn't you make the cheesy potatoes?"
Me-"What, these are cheesy potatoes. Isn't that what you asked for?"
Son-"I thought these were called funeral potatoes. I meant those other potatoes that are kind of like fries with cheese on them."
Me-"Oh danggit, I thought you meant these. I thought it was a strange request because I didn't think you liked them."
Son-"Yah, I like the other ones a lot better, but these are still OK mom."
So for his birthday dinner, he got shoe leather steak and potatoes that he doesn't really like. Then the cake he picked was the flop that I described here. And to top it all off, he was still appreciative. I felt like such a loser.

In an attempt to make up for it, I made these potatoes as soon as I got the chance. And you know what? Not only are they waaay easier than cheesy funeral potatoes, but I like them much better. The fact that they are quick and easy is a double bonus. Enjoy!!

Cheddar Potato Strips

6 large potatoes, cut in 1/2" strips
1 c. milk
2 T. melted butter
Salt and pepper
1 c. grated cheddar cheese

Arrange potatoes in a 9x13" pan. Mix milk and butter and pour over the top. Sprinkle liberally with salt and pepper. Cover and bake at 425 for 30 minutes or till milk is absorbed and potatoes are tender. Sprinkle with cheese and bake, uncovered, for about 5 minutes or till cheese melts.

Notes that came with the recipe:

• I peeled the potatoes this time, but usually I leave the skins on.
  
• Make sure you use plenty of salt and pepper.
  
• The amount of milk you need depends on the size of your potatoes. As they are cooking, if it looks like they are drying out, feel free to pour in a little more milk.

They do look good Inky. I think I will try them one night this week.

Yummy... taters and cheese, two of my favorite food groups I may even try them tonight!

LOL on the poor woman trying to fulfill a birthday dinner request. I felt as though I was reading my biography.

They look yummy. I think I might try them one night this week also. Thanks Inky

Two thumbs up and a turn of the peppermill, Inky! DH loved them. The only thing I did was turn on the broiler to brown the cheese a bit. These were so easy. I'm going to pass it along. Thanks Inky!

I was thinking about them as I dozed off last night and they would be easy to change up to Mexican with some diced chilis and colby-jack or evven an Italian twist with some mixed cheese, roasted garlic, splash of herbs. Stuffed with parmesian and bacon and chives LOL I'll stop.

Inky this is such a great recipe! Thanks again for sharing.