Name: Scalloped Ham and Potatoes Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h 30 min
Total time: 1 h 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter; 1 teaspoon garlic, minced; 1 small yellow onion, halved and thinly sliced; 1/3 cup all-purpose flour OR 1-to-1 gluten-free flour; 1 1/2 cup unsweetened/unflavored Nutpods creamer OR half-and-half; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 5-6 large yukon gold potatoes, sliced to 1/8 inches; 2 cups ham, bite-sized chunks (or cubed); 1 cup monterey jack cheese; 1 cup cheddar jack cheese; 1/2 cup parmesan cheese

Published on 03/18/24

by Erin

We have best Ham and Scalloped Potatoes! The perfect way to turn leftover holiday ham into delicious comfort food that the whole family will love. For years we have been making this potato casserole and can’t wait for you to try it!

The best scalloped ham and potatoes recipe.

The Best Scalloped Potatoes And Ham Recipe

For a long time, we have been making cheesy scalloped potatoes as the most amazing side dish and decided it was time to add some diced ham to the mix! They are so good together. Plus, every time we make cooked ham there are always leftovers and this is the best way to turn it into a ham casserole that can be served for dinner later in the week. Definitely a family favorite that we will be making again and again!

Looking for another leftover ham recipe? Try our Split Pea Soup with Ham!

What You Will Need

butter – added to sauté the garlic/onions and makes the roux.
fresh garlic and onion – classic flavor starting ingredients that are a must!
flour – use all-purpose or gluten-free flour as the thickening agent for the creamy white sauce.
creamer – we love using NutPods creamer, but you can also use half-and-half or heavy cream.
chicken broth – pick-up your favorite store-bought version at the local grocery store or use homemade chicken broth!
salt & pepper – simple seasonings that are always needed.
potatoes – those thinly sliced potatoes are a traditional ingredient when making any variety of potatoes au gratin!
ham – option to pick-up a ham steak, diced ham, or use leftover Easter ham.
shredded cheese – as stated in the recipe card, we used monterey jack and cheddar cheese, but any variety of cheese works!
parmesan cheese – love using a few different types of cheese to create a great depth of flavor.

How To Make Scalloped Ham And Potatoes

The first steps to making this easy recipe are to bring a large skillet or large saucepan to a medium high heat, melt butter, and add the garlic and onions to cook for a few minutes.

A cast iron skillet with melted butter, with onions and garlic added to the pan.

Remove the cooked onions/garlic and set aside. Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk to combine. Gradually pour in the cream and broth, while whisking continuously to create a thick, cream sauce.

Two images showing the flour added to the butter and then the creamy sauce with a whisk.

Add the onions back to the hot pan and mix to combine.

Cooked onions and garlic added back to the pan.

Now coat the bottom of a baking dish with cooking spray and place half of the thinly-sliced potatoes in the bottom. Cover with half of the sauce.

Two images showing the sliced potatoes in the bottom of a baking dish and then with half the sauce on top.

Next, add half of the ham, half of the shredded cheeses, and all of the parmesan cheese. Then layer on the remaining potato slices, sauce, chunks of ham, and shredded cheese.

Two images showing the ham added to the baking dish and then all of the layers before baking.

Cover the entire casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake at 375 degrees F for one hour of cooking time. Remove the foil and continue baking for another 10 minutes or until it starts to turn golden brown. Then rest at room temperature for at least 15 minutes.

Scalloped potatoes and ham fully cooked in a white baking dish.

Best Ways To Serve Scalloped Ham And Potatoes

This quick and easy scalloped potatoes and ham can be served as a hearty side dish at your next holiday meal or as a main dish. When we do serve it as a main course, we love to accompany it with some steamed green beans, parmesan broccoli, or shaved brussel sprouts.

A large spoon scooping some of the scalloped ham and potatoes.

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