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    Home » FOOD » Main Dishes

    Scalloped Potatoes and Ham

    Published: Sep 24, 2023 · Modified: Oct 7, 2023 by Rhonda · Leave a Comment

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    Potatoes and ham are baked in a homemade sauce, then topped with cheddar cheese.  Scalloped Potatoes and Ham is the perfect comfort food.

    Plates with scalloped potatoes, cheese, and ham.

    This recipe for Scalloped Potatoes and Ham is a classic, old-fashioned dish that has been popular for decades. It's not only a comforting meal, but it's also a great way to use up leftover ham after a holiday feast. This particular recipe is a modern twist on a version found in a 1953 edition of Better Homes and Gardens new Cook Book.

    For more vintage recipe ideas, try our Cincinnati Chili, which is our take on the original Skyline chili recipe from 1949. Another option is our Old-Fashioned Tomato Soup Meatloaf with Dry Milk, which is a delicious and unique dinner idea. And if you're still looking for ways to use up leftover ham, be sure to check out our recipe for Leftover Ham Pot Pie.

    Whipping up a Ham and Bean soup is a great way to use up the remaining ham and create a hearty and comforting meal.

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    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • 🧾Substitutions
    • 📖Variations
    • 🍽Equipment
    • 🥫Storage
    • 🍅What vegetables go with this?
    • 💭Top tips
    • FAQ
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    Ingredients

    Ingredients to make Scalloped potatoes and ham
    • Make sure when you are using butter in your recipes that you use Unsalted butter. 
    • You can use either yellow or white onions.
    • Fresh minced garlic brings amazing flavor to any dish.
    • Monterey jack cheese or your family's favorite flavor of cheese is fine.
    • You can use leftover ham or buy some thick cut ham and chop it.

    See recipe card for quantities.

    Instructions

    Sauté the onions and garlic with butter.

    cream, milk, onions, and garlic in a non-stick skillet.

    Add in the milk and cream.

    sliced potatoes layered in a baking dish

    Start to layer.

    Cheese on top of layers of ham and potatoes.

    Top with cheese.

    Steps how to make Scalloped potatoes and ham

    Hint: make sure to cover the baking dish with foil. That way the potatoes don't get too browned before they are done.

    🧾Substitutions

    • Cheese - feel free to use your favorite type of cheese.
    • Milk- we used 2%, however, you can use whole or skim.

    📖Variations

    • Cheese - this is one of the best parts about this recipe! Feel free to switch out the cheese we listed for Havarti, Gouda, or Gruyere.
    • Potatoes - russet or Yukon gold work the best for this recipe.

    🍽Equipment

    I absolutely love using Staub cookware. It gets everything nice and hot, and it looks great on the table. It's also a breeze to clean and its dishwasher safe.

    • Mandolin
    • large skillet
    • casserole dish

    🥫Storage

    • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
    • I don’t recommend freezing this dish.  The heavy cream can separate as it thaws. 

    🍅What vegetables go with this?

    Scalloped potatoes and ham is a hearty and satisfying dish on its own, but adding some vegetables to the meal can make it more balanced and nutritious. Some vegetables that go well with scalloped potatoes and ham include green beans, peas, carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, and asparagus. These vegetables provide a variety of nutrients and colors to the meal, and can be prepared in a variety of ways, such as roasted, steamed, or sautéed. Adding a simple side salad or some fresh fruit can also help balance out the richness of the dish.

    💭Top tips

    • I like to use leftover ham from Thanksgiving dinner, or I use a package of chopped ham from the store.
    • You can make this ahead of time and store in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
    • Sauté the garlic and onions before adding them to the dish to really create some extra flavor.
    • Slice the potatoes thinly and evenly for even cooking.

    FAQ

    Do you have to peel potatoes for scalloped potatoes?

    No, you don't have to. Some do as they just don't love the skin left on. However, there is actually a lot of nutrition that comes from the skin. It's totally up to you.

    Why are my scalloped potatoes still hard?

    Usually, it just means they need to bake a bit longer. This is also why it is important to use a slicer or mandolin to get the potatoes sliced the exact same way and thickness.

    What to serve with Scalloped Potatoes and Ham

    Vegetables go fantastic with this dish. You can also serve up some crusty bread too.

    Can you make this ahead of time?

    Yes, you can. Just make the casserole and then place it covered in the fridge. To reheat it, simply, bake at 350 degrees and baked until heated through.

    This post was originally on Modern Vintage Recipes.

    📖 Recipe

    Scalloped Potatoes and Ham on a white plate

    Scalloped Potatoes and Ham

    Potatoes and ham are baked in a homemade sauce, then topped with cheddar cheese.  Scalloped Potatoes and Ham is the perfect comfort food.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 20 minutes mins
    Cook Time 35 minutes mins
    Total Time 55 minutes mins
    Course Dinner, Vintage Recipes
    Cuisine American
    Calories 563 kcal

    Equipment

    • large skillet
    • cutting board
    • Knife
    • 9 x 13" casserole dish
    • Foil
    • mandolin

    Ingredients
      

    • ¼ cup unsalted butter
    • ½ cup onion diced
    • 1 teaspoon garlic minced
    • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
    • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
    • ¼ teaspoon pepper
    • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
    • 2 cups milk
    • 1 cup heavy cream
    • 1 cup Monterey jack cheese shredded
    • 6 medium russet potatoes peeled and sliced thinly ¼ inch
    • 2 cups ham chopped
    • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
    • 1 tablespoon parsley minced optional

    Instructions
     

    • Melt the butter in a large skillet and cook the onion for 4 minutes, then add the garlic and cook for an additional minute. Season the onions with salt, thyme, and pepper. Stir in the flour, then whisk in the milk and heavy cream. Stir until it begins to thicken, then add the Monterey jack cheese.
    • Heat the oven to 375° and spray a 9x13 inch pan with cooking spray.
    • Place the potatoes in the pan and add the ham. Pour the cheese sauce over the potatoes, then top with cheddar cheese.
    • Cover with tin foil and place in the oven. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, until you can insert a fork into the potatoes.
    • Remove the tin foil and bake for another 5 minutes.
    • Remove and let sit for 5 minutes, then top with parsley before serving.

    Notes

    To really bring out the flavor of this casserole, use fresh thyme. However, if it's not available, dried is okay too. 
     
    The two best types of potatoes to use with this recipe are either russets or Yukon gold. 
     
    To get the potatoes sliced the same size, use a mandolin. 
     
     
     
    I used Happy Forks to create the nutrition calculator. Make sure to use your own favorite calculator with the actual ingredients that you are using. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cupCalories: 563kcalCarbohydrates: 76.54gProtein: 17.3g
    Keyword Ham, Potatoes, Scalloped Potatoes and Ham
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