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Chunks of ham and tender potatoes bathed in a rich cream sauce under a melted layer of cheese. #mustlovehomecooking

Country Ham and Potato Bake

Country Ham and Potato Bake is pure southern comfort food. Delicious chunks of ham, bathed in a rich cream sauce under a melted layer of cheese is great for brunch or dinner.
3.69 from 54 votes
Prep Time :15 minutes
Cook Time :1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time :1 hour 30 minutes
Servings :6
Calories :446
Course :Main Dish

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced small
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2  tsp cayenne optional for heat
  • 1-1/2 tsp ground mustard
  • 2 cups milk 2% or whole milk
  • 2 cups ham cubed, fully cooked smoked ham
  • 1-1/2 pounds russet potatoes sliced 1/4-inch-thick
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese shredded
  • Chopped parsley for garnish optional

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 350° F. Grease an 8-by-8-inch baking dish with cooking spray or vegetable oil.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add the onions and saute until translucent, 3 to 4 minutes. Add flour and stir until combined. Cook 1 to 2 minutes. Add garlic, salt, pepper, cayenne and ground mustard. Whisk in the milk. Allow to cook and thicken slightly, about 3 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat.
  • Line the baking dish with a layer of the ham, then a layer of slightly overlapping potatoes, then about 2/3 cup sauce. Repeat the layering until all the ingredients are used, making 3 layers, ending with the sauce on top. Top with cheese and cover with foil. Bake until potatoes are tender, about 1 hour.
  • Remove the foil and switch on broiler. Broil until the cheese is bubbly and browned, about 3 minutes. Watch carefully to not allow it to burn . Garnish with parsley and allow to cool slightly before serving..

Chef Tips

1. 2% milk was used for this recipe.
2. Melting cheese like Swiss or Gruyere can be substituted for the Monterey Jack.
3. For less heat, reduce the cayenne pepper to 1/4 teaspoon
If using salted butter, omit adding salt to recipe and salt to taste before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Facts
Country Ham and Potato Bake
Serving Size
 
1 serving
Amount per Serving
Calories
446
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
27.95
g
43
%
Saturated Fat
 
15.15
g
95
%
Cholesterol
 
85.64
mg
29
%
Sodium
 
1191.7
mg
52
%
Potassium
 
772.45
mg
22
%
Carbohydrates
 
23.68
g
8
%
Fiber
 
3.4
g
14
%
Sugar
 
5.15
g
6
%
Protein
 
25.67
g
51
%
Vitamin A
 
665.7
IU
13
%
Vitamin C
 
14.75
mg
18
%
Calcium
 
418.8
mg
42
%
Iron
 
4.61
mg
26
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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