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Scalloped Potatoes and Ham

A creamy, cheesy, and hearty scalloped potatoes and ham casserole perfect for cozy family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Rest Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 342
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lbs potatoes peeled and sliced thin (about 4 cups, use starchy potatoes like Russet)
  • 3 cups cooked ham diced (use leftover or fully cooked ham)
  • 1 small onion finely chopped (for mild sweetness)
  • 1 clove garlic minced (fresh for best flavor)
  • ¼ cup salted butter unsalted can be substituted with pinch of salt
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour unbleached, for roux
  • 3 cups milk 2%, can use whole for richer flavor
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese grated (for nutty depth)
  • 1 cup co-jack cheese shredded (blend of Monterey Jack & Colby)
  • ½ cup heavy cream for extra richness
  • Salt to taste (start with ½ tsp)
  • Black pepper to taste (freshly ground recommended)

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet over medium-low heat, melt butter with chopped onion and cook until translucent. prep
  2. Gradually whisk in milk, ensuring no lumps form, and bring to a gentle boil. mix
  3. Stir in Parmesan cheese and season with salt and black pepper. Reduce heat and simmer until sauce thickens, about 2–3 minutes. mix
  4. Layer one-third of the sliced potatoes on the bottom of the prepared casserole dish. assemble
  5. Top with 1 cup of diced ham, one-third of the sauce, and ¼ cup co-jack cheese. assemble
  6. Repeat layers with remaining potatoes, ham, sauce, and ¼ cup co-jack cheese. assemble
  7. Top final layer of potatoes with remaining sauce and ½ cup co-jack cheese. assemble
  8. Cover casserole with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour, or until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork. bake
  9. Remove foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10–15 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly. bake

Nutrition

Serving: 250ServingCalories: 342kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 16gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 64mgSodium: 585mgPotassium: 695mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 493IUVitamin C: 23mgCalcium: 193mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This scalloped potatoes and ham dish is pure comfort food—creamy, cheesy, and loaded with tender potatoes and savory ham. Perfect for a family dinner or holiday gathering.

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