" ta - da " hot dish

wow, this really couldn't get any easier and completely encompasses that mid-west "hot dish" satisfaction.
easy to whip up, alter and add and subtract what you like.
the origin of " ta - da " ?
Strangers with Candy !!!

1 ~ cube 2 medium yukon gold potatoes, cover then with cold water, bring to a boil then simmer for about 15 minutes, until just soft then drain & set aside
2 ~ bring 3 cups of water to a boil add in 1 1/2 cups of dry corn chowder mix...found at your local co-op, whole foods etc. turn down heat & season with cayene pepper & cumin
3 ~ add in potatoes & remove from heat
4 ~ cube roughly 3 - 4 cups fresh artisian sourdough bread & place in a bowl
5 ~ melt about 4 tbls butter and toss the bread in the butter, season with s&p
6 ~ cut sharp cheddar cheese into very small dice = about 1 1/2 cups then toss in with bread
7 ~ preheat oven to 400
8 ~ place chowder in a cassorole dish or dutch oven, pour the bread crumbs & cheese over the top and place the lid on, or tin foil
cook for 15 minutes covered
then 15 minutes uncovered.......TA -DA!