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Cheesy Ham Scalloped Potatoes

Easy Cheesy Ham Scalloped Potatoes That Melt in Your Mouth

This Cheesy Ham Scalloped Potatoes recipe combines layers of fluffy potatoes, savory ham, and gooey cheese for a comforting dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potato Layers
  • 4 medium Russet potatoes starchy potatoes for tender, fluffy layers
  • 2 cups Cooked ham diced or shredded
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter melts into a luscious base
  • 1/4 cup All-purpose flour thickens the sauce
  • 2 cups Milk whole milk for creaminess
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream optional for extra richness
For the Cheese Blend
  • 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese bold flavor
  • 1 cup Gruyère cheese adds nutty complexity
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese for golden crust
For Seasoning & Finishing Touches
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder enhances depth
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt essential seasoning
  • to taste Black pepper balance flavors
  • to taste Fresh thyme or parsley optional garnish

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • saucepan
  • Mandoline

Method
 

Preparing the Dish
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Slice russet potatoes into 1/8-inch rounds for uniform thickness.
  3. Melt butter in a saucepan, stirring until bubbly, about 1–2 minutes.
  4. Whisk in flour, then slowly add milk and cream while whisking until thickened.
  5. Season sauce with garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then stir in cheeses until melted.
  6. Layer half of potato slices, then half the ham, followed by a third of the cheese sauce.
  7. Repeat layering with remaining ingredients, ending with cheese on top.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
  9. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serve warm with garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Letting the casserole rest allows the sauce to thicken and flavors to meld beautifully.

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