Heavenly Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes and Ham for Cozy Nights

A comforting dish made with creamy layers of cheesy scalloped potatoes and ham, perfect for cozy nights.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1 10

Resting Time 15

Total Time 1 40

Servings: 6 slices

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Casserole

4 medium Russet Potatoes or Yukon Gold for a buttery flavor
2 cups Diced Ham leftover or thick-cut
2 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese can mix with mozzarella or Gruyère
2 cups Whole Milk provides lightness
1 cup Heavy Cream adds richness
4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter for the roux
1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour for thickening the sauce
1 medium Onion finely chopped
2 cloves Garlic minced
to taste Salt
to taste Black Pepper
to taste Paprika

Equipment

oven
baking dish
saucepan
Whisk
Knife
cutting board

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a baking dish with butter.
Peel and slice the potatoes into thin rounds, about 1/8 inch thick.
Melt butter in a saucepan, add onion and cook until soft, then stir in garlic.
Whisk in flour, then slowly add milk and cream, cooking until thickened.
Layer the sliced potatoes, ham, sauce, and cheese in the baking dish.
Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes, then uncover and bake for another 20-25 minutes.
Let sit for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for using up leftover ham and can be customized with various ingredients for different flavors.

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