Crock Pot Scalloped Potatoes with Optional Ham
Elevate your comfort food game with this irresistible Crock Pot Scalloped Potatoes with Optional Ham recipe. Featuring layers of tender russet potatoes, creamy cheddar-Parmesan cheese sauce, and the savory option of diced ham, this slow-cooker dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, onion, and a touch of black pepper, every bite is rich, cheesy, and satisfying. Whether you’re serving it as a hearty side dish or a main course, this easy, hands-off recipe takes just 20 minutes of prep before your crock pot does the rest, delivering perfectly cooked potatoes with minimal effort. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor, and watch it become a family favorite for any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Russet potatoes
- 1 cup Ham (optional, diced)
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 2 cups Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Milk
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 as needed Cooking spray
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the potatoes into 1/4-inch rounds. Pat them dry with a paper towel and set aside.
Dice the onion into small pieces and, if using, dice the ham into bite-sized cubes. Set both aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
Slowly pour in the milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
Stir in the garlic powder, salt, black pepper, 1.5 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, and 0.5 cups of Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese is completely melted and smooth. Remove from heat.
Spray the crock pot insert with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Layer half of the potato slices on the bottom of the crock pot. Top with half the diced onions, half the diced ham (if using), and half of the cheese sauce. Repeat layers with the remaining potatoes, onions, ham, and cheese sauce.
Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cups of shredded cheddar cheese and 0.5 cups of Parmesan cheese over the top.
Cover the crock pot and cook on low heat for 4-5 hours, or until the potatoes are tender and the cheese is bubbly.
Once cooked, garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3576 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 155.5 g | 199% | |
| Saturated Fat | 95.1 g | 476% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 578 mg | 193% | |
| Sodium | 8422 mg | 366% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 364.7 g | 133% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.7 g | 95% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.7 g | ||
| Protein | 198.6 g | 397% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 3371 mg | 259% | |
| Iron | 18.7 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 9218 mg | 196% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
