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Ham and Scalloped Potatoes Recipe Easy Creamy One Dish Dinner

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A creamy, dreamy one dish dinner featuring layered ham, scalloped potatoes, and a rich cheese sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds russet potatoes (about 6 medium), peeled and sliced thin
  • 2 cups cooked ham, diced (about 300g)
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (200g)
  • 2 cups whole milk (480ml)
  • 4 tablespoons butter (55g)
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (30g)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Peel and slice potatoes into 1/8 inch thick rounds. Dice ham into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
  2. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat until foamy. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Whisk in flour and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until pale and slightly nutty but not browned.
  4. Slowly whisk in milk, about 1/4 cup at a time, until smooth. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  5. Remove from heat and whisk in Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Sauce should be velvety and pourable.
  6. Spread a thin layer of sauce on the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Layer potato slices overlapping slightly, sprinkle diced ham and shredded cheddar cheese, then pour more sauce on top.
  7. Repeat layering until all ingredients are used, finishing with a generous layer of cheese on top.
  8. Cover dish tightly with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  9. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to thicken.

Notes

[‘Do not skip the Dijon mustard; it adds a subtle tang that balances the richness.’, ‘Slice potatoes evenly for uniform cooking; use a mandoline or sharp knife.’, ‘Cover tightly with foil during baking to trap steam and prevent drying out.’, ‘Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting and texture.’, ‘Let the dish rest before serving to thicken the sauce.’, ‘Adjust salt carefully as ham can be salty.’, ‘If sauce is watery, bake uncovered for 10-15 minutes to reduce.’, ‘Remove sauce from heat before adding cheese to prevent clumping.’]

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Keywords: ham, scalloped potatoes, creamy, one dish dinner, comfort food, cheesy, easy recipe, weeknight dinner

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