1 kg potatoes,diced 2 lb
salt & pepper to taste
1 large onion, chopped
5 ml dried tarragon 1 tsp
4 slices bacon, chopped finely
250 ml light cream or milk 1 cup
50 g cheddar cheese, grated 2 oz
Place half of potatoes in a greased ovenproof casserole and season well with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with onion, tarragon and bacon, then cover with the rest of the potatoes, smoothing the top as level as possible. Pour cream over the potatoes and cover with a piece of greased foil. Bake in preheated 400 F (200 C) oven for 1 1/2 hours or until almost tender. Remove foil and sprinkle with cheese. Return to the oven, uncovered, for 15 to 20 minutes until lightly browned.
Serves 4