3 Method Steps 7 Ingredients 400g potato gems, frozen 30g of butter 1 1/2 tablespoons plain flour 1 cup milk, 250ml 80g coarsely grated cheddar (1 cup)

To serve, chopped crispy bacon To serve, fresh chives, chopped Step 1 Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius/180 degrees Celsius fan forced.

Bake the potato gems on a large baking sheet for 20 minutes, or until crisp. Allow to cool slightly. Step 2 Melt the butter in a 20cm (base measurement) ovenproof frying pan over medium heat in the meantime. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Add the milk gradually, stirring well after each addition, until fully blended and smooth.

Bring to a simmer and continue to cook for 2 minutes. Stir in the cheddar until it is melted. Step 3 Arrange the potato gems in the pan over the cheese sauce. Bake for 10 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbling. To serve, top with the bacon and chives.