Scalloped Potatoes and Ham Recipe

Creamy Ham and Scalloped Potatoes

• Difficulty: Easy
• Servings: 12
• Nutrition Facts Per Serving (Portion Size: 1 of 12 servings)
  Calories: 377 | Total Fat: 25 g | Saturated Fat: 13 g
  Carbohydrates: 20 g | Dietary Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 6 g
  Protein: 19 g | Cholesterol: 77 mg | Sodium: 844 mg
• Total Time: 1 hr 35 min
• Prep Time: 25 min

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Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter, plus additional for coating dish
• 1/2 yellow onion, chopped
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups half-and-half
• 1 1/2 cups milk
• Ground black pepper to taste
• 2 pounds russet potatoes, cleaned thoroughly
• 3 cups diced prepared ham
• 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for topping (optional)

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Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375F and get ready for comfort food heaven.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter with diced onions. Saut until tender, about 3-4 minutes. Sprinkle in the flour, whisking to coat, and cook until lightly golden, about 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in half-and-half and milk, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens beautifully, 3-4 minutes. Season with pepper, stir well, reduce heat, and keep warm.
3. Slice potatoes paper-thin using a mandoline or sharp knifethe thinner, the creamier the results! Generously butter a 2-quart baking dish. Layer half the potatoes and ham, top with half the cheese, then half the sauce. Repeat layers, ending with cheese and sauce. Finish with a crack of black pepper.
4. Cover with foil and bake 40 minutes. Uncover and bake until cheese is golden and bubbly, 20-30 more minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and dive into this irresistible, cheesy delight!