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Ham Potato Casserole

Cozy Ham Potato Casserole for a Hearty Family Meal

This Ham Potato Casserole is a comforting delight that transforms leftover ham into a creamy, cheesy dish perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 2 pounds Russet or Yukon Gold Potatoes Choose starchy potatoes for a creamy texture
  • 2 cups Leftover Ham Use bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Essential for sautéing onions
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped and sautéed
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 cups Whole Milk Consider low-fat options
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Shredded, with extra for garnishing
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 cup Green Peas Optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a saucepan. Add 1 chopped onion and sauté until soft, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Peel and cube 2 pounds of potatoes into 1-inch pieces. Boil in salted water for 5 minutes, drain well.
  4. Stir in 2 tablespoons of flour into the sautéed onions and cook for 1-2 minutes. Gradually whisk in 2 cups of milk until sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Season sauce with salt, pepper, 1 teaspoon of ground mustard, and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder.
  6. In a large bowl, combine drained potatoes, 2 cups of ham, and 1 ½ cups of cheese. Pour sauce over and mix well.
  7. Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish and sprinkle with ½ cup of cheese on top.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
  9. Allow to rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 22gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with different cheeses or vegetables. Ensure potatoes are cut uniformly for even cooking.

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