Description
Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes and Ham is a comforting dish that combines layers of thinly sliced potatoes, savory ham, and creamy cheese sauce, baked to perfection. This crowd-pleaser is perfect for family dinners or holiday gatherings, offering rich flavors that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, this recipe guarantees a deliciously satisfying meal that warms both hearts and bellies.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, thinly sliced
- 2 cups cooked ham, diced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a large baking dish with non-stick spray.
- Layer half of the potato slices in the dish. Top with half of the diced ham, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper. Repeat the layers.
- Pour heavy cream over the top layer and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for about 60 minutes until potatoes are tender. Remove foil in the last 10 minutes to brown the cheese.
- Let rest before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 85mg