This scalloped potatoes and ham casserole is a filling, family-pleasing dish that will help you use up any leftover ham.
Origin
The exact origin of scalloped potatoes is unknown, although it is believed to have originated in England. One additional theory is that scalloped potatoes, and all other “scalloped” dishes, are derived from the same original dish: baked oysters with bread crumbs.
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Scalloped Potatoes and Ham
This potato casserole is a filling, family-pleasing dish that will help you use up any leftover ham.
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Servings: 6
Calories: 503kcal
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup butter
- 1 small onion diced
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 3 cups milk
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 3 lbs white potatoes sliced 1/8 inch thick
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked ham diced
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 pan and set aside.
- Cook onion and butter over medium low until onion is tender. Add thyme and flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Turn heat to low and add milk a little bit at a time whisking between each addition. The mixture will thicken but as you continue adding and whisking, it will smooth out. Stir in chicken broth, salt and pepper bring to a boil and allow to boil 1 minute.
- Place 1/3 of the potatoes topped with 1/3 of the ham and 1/3 of the sauce. Repeat layers ending with sauce on top.
- Bake covered for 50 minutes. Uncover and bake 25-35 minutes longer or until potatoes are tender. Add the cheese during the last 15 minutes if using.
- ool at least 15 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley.
Nutrition
Calories: 503kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 87mg | Sodium: 780mg | Potassium: 1280mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 702IU | Vitamin C: 56mg | Calcium: 309mg | Iron: 3mg
