Hash Browns with Chilies

Method

1. 01

   Shred the potato(es) with a wide cut shredder.

2. 02

   Melt the butter in the pan and then dump in the shredded potatoes.

3. 03

   Press firmly down with a spatula and fry about 7-8 minutes.

4. 04

   This next step is tricky the first time.

5. 05

   Loosen the hash browns with a spatula until the mass moves freely.

6. 06

   Slide gently onto a large cutting board.

7. 07

   Put pan back on heat and then invert the cutting board over the pan to get the mass back into the pan...fry another 5-7 minutes until brown on the bottom side.

8. 08

   Remove from pan and slice into about 1/2 inch squares.

9. 09

   Meanwhile, melt T butter in a small saucepan.

10. 10

    Mix in the celery and cook for about 3-5 minutes.

11. 11

    Mix in the T flour and stir for 2-3 minutes.

12. 12

    Slowly add cream or milk and continue stirring as you do so to avoid lumps.

13. 13

    Slice the chilies and mix in to the mixture.

14. 14

    When all the milk is in, mix all and then put in a casserole dish.

15. 15

    Bake at 350 oF for about 1 hour.