Scalloped Potatoes with Ham
Creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly comforting, Scalloped Potatoes with Ham is the ultimate crowd-pleasing casserole perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Featuring thinly sliced Russet potatoes layered with tender, savory ham and smothered in a rich homemade cheddar cheese sauce, this dish is baked to golden, bubbly perfection. Flavored with garlic and onion powder for subtle depth and enhanced with fresh parsley as an optional garnish, it delivers a balance of hearty textures and flavors in every bite. Ready in just under two hours, this make-ahead wonder combines the nostalgia of timeless comfort food with easy preparation. Whether you’re repurposing leftover ham or craving a creamy potato side dish, this recipe is guaranteed to impress!
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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
- 2 cups Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
- 1 as needed Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
Peel the potatoes and slice them evenly into thin rounds, approximately 1/8-inch thick. Use a mandoline slicer for consistent results if available.
Dice the cooked ham into bite-size pieces and set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux, being careful not to let it brown.
Slowly pour in the milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Continue cooking and stirring until the mixture thickens, about 4-5 minutes.
Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. Remove from heat.
Spread a thin layer of the cheese sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Arrange one-third of the potato slices in an even layer over the sauce. Top with one-third of the diced ham and pour one-third of the remaining cheese sauce over the potatoes and ham. Repeat the layering process two more times, finishing with the cheese sauce on top.
Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes.
After 60 minutes, remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender and the top is golden and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3731 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 169.8 g | 218% | |
| Saturated Fat | 98.6 g | 493% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 740 mg | 247% | |
| Sodium | 10461 mg | 455% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 338.6 g | 123% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.6 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.2 g | ||
| Protein | 227.1 g | 454% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.1 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 2771 mg | 213% | |
| Iron | 19.7 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 9360 mg | 199% | |
*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.
