Scalloped Potatoes W Ham
Indulge in the comforting, creamy goodness of Scalloped Potatoes with Ham—a hearty dish perfect for family dinners or holiday gatherings. This classic recipe layers thinly sliced russet potatoes with savory bites of tender cooked ham and a rich, velvety cheddar cheese sauce seasoned with garlic and onion powder for extra depth of flavor. Baked to golden, bubbly perfection, with a soft and creamy interior, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. The recipe is easy to follow, incorporating simple pantry staples like butter, flour, whole milk, and heavy cream to create that luxurious texture. Serve it as a satisfying main course or a show-stopping side dish, garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color. With minimal prep time and big rewards, this scalloped potatoes recipe is the ultimate comfort food to warm up any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 2 cups Cooked ham
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 3 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
Peel the potatoes and slice them into thin, even slices (about 1/8 inch thick). Use a mandoline for uniformity if available.
Cut the cooked ham into bite-sized cubes and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste, stirring constantly.
Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, continuing to stir until the mixture is smooth. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the sauce begins to thicken.
Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is creamy. Remove from heat.
Spread one-third of the potato slices evenly at the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Top with one-third of the ham, then pour one-third of the cheese sauce over the layer. Repeat this process for two more layers, finishing with a layer of cheese sauce on top.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly and the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
Allow the dish to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4575 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 243.0 g | 312% | |
| Saturated Fat | 136.0 g | 680% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 925 mg | 308% | |
| Sodium | 10971 mg | 477% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 356.7 g | 130% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.3 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.2 g | ||
| Protein | 217.5 g | 435% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.1 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 2092 mg | 161% | |
| Iron | 19.6 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 9996 mg | 213% | |
*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.
