Quick Ham and Cheese Scalloped Potatoes
By Proper Good2 min read
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The creamiest, cheesiest potatoes you'll ever have! With only 5 minutes of prep time, this recipe is great if you're in a rush but need a show-stopping side dish.
- Serves
- 1
- Prep
- 5 minutes
- Cook
- 40 minutes
- Total
- 45 minutes
Ingredients
8 items- 4–5Russet Potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 cupHam, chopped or sliced into bite-sized pieces
- ½ cupGruyere, or Italian Cheese Blend, shredded
- 1⅓ cupsWhole Milk
- ⅓ cupFlour
- 3 tbspOlive Oil, or Butter
- ½ tspSalt
- ½ tspBlack Pepper
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat oven to 350F. Lightly grease an 8x8" baking dish.
Step 2: In a saucepan over medium high heat, stir the flour and olive oil until a paste-like texture. Stir continuously for 1 minute.
Step 3: Gradually pour in the milk as you whisk to create a creamy, smooth sauce. It will thicken up quickly, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in the cheese, salt, and black pepper. Turn off heat.
Step 4: Add a layer of 1/3rd of the peeled and sliced potatoes, then add a 1/3rd of the chopped ham. Repeat with another layer of potatoes, then pour on top half of the sauce mixture. Use the back of a spoon to evenly spread it out. Repeat once more.
Step 5: (Optional) Top with additional shredded cheese.
Step 6: Cover with aluminum foil to bake for 40 minutes. Uncover and bake 20 more minutes, until top is golden brown. Enjoy warm!
