Easy scalloped potatoes and ham is a creamy, cheesy, meal in one.
Cheesy scalloped potatoes and ham are loaded with layers of sliced potatoes, ham, and cheddar cheese baked in a shortcut chicken soup sauce with melty cheddar on top.
Hearty Ham and Potato Perfection
- Flavor: This dish is creamy, cheesy comfort food at its best.
- Prep note: Bake up to an hour ahead; it will still be warm enough to serve. Great for bake-and-go gatherings.
- Recommended tools: A mandoline is the best tool for creating ¼” slices; most come with a ‘cut glove’ for hand protection.
- Budget tip: Hearty and wholesome, this scalloped potatoes and ham recipe is perfect for potlucks and parties.
- Swaps: Omit the ham for mushrooms or peas for a vegetarian dish.
Scalloped Spud Staples
Potatoes: Yukon Golds or red potatoes with thin skins hold their shape best once sliced. However, any potato can be used.
Ham: This is a great recipe for using up leftover holiday ham. Chopped deli ham and crumbled bacon pieces will also work.
Cheese: Cheddar is better in everything! Shredded mozzarella, Monterey Jack, and Swiss cheese will make this a new recipe every time.
Sauce: Cream of chicken soup and sour cream replace making a roux with flour, milk, and seasonings. Plain yogurt can be used instead of sour cream for a lighter casserole. Cream of celery and cream of mushroom soup are also savory swaps in this recipe.
Savory Swaps: Add chopped spinach or peas for a pop of color and flavor. Aromatic herbs like thyme, sage, or rosemary add subtle flavor and make lovely garnishes for the top.
How to Make Scalloped Potatoes and Ham
- Cook sliced potatoes with onions.
- Mix soup, sour cream, cheese, ham, and seasonings.
- Layer potatoes and soup mixture in a baking dish.
- Cover the top with the remaining cheese and bake (full recipe below).
Perfect Scalloped Potato Pairings
Scalloped potatoes and ham can be an easy weeknight entrée with a simple salad, some quick dinner rolls, asparagus, and carrots.
Scalloped potatoes and ham are the perfect side dish for a special occasion! They’re rich, creamy, and pair wonderfully with Cornish hens or a deliciously glazed brown sugar ham. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
Secrets to Scalloped Spuds
- Potatoes don’t have to be peeled. Peeled potatoes look better in the dish, unpeeled potatoes will give the dish a more rustic appeal.
- Use a mandoline to cut the potatoes into ¼” slices for perfect presentation and even cooking. Take care when using a mandoline, they are very sharp.
- Place the finished dish under the broiler for a browned topping.
Storing Scalloped Spuds
Keep leftover scalloped potatoes and ham in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat portions in the microwave or the oven.
Freeze portions in freezer-safe containers for up to one month and thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
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Easy Scalloped Potatoes And Ham
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 pounds yellow potatoes ¼ inch slices
- ½ medium onion thinly sliced
- 10.5 ounces condensed cream of chicken soup 1 can
- 1 cup sour cream or greek yogurt
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
- 1 cup cooked ham diced
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9×9 inch pan.
- Place sliced potatoes in a large pot, fill with water up to ⅔ full and bring to a boil. Cook potatoes for 6 minutes, then add onions and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Strain and set aside.
- While potatoes are cooking, in a medium bowl combine soup, sour cream, 1 cup of cheese, ham, garlic powder, and pepper. Mix until combined.
- Layer half of the potato and onion mixture on the bottom of the pan and top with half of the soup mixture. Repeat the process with the remaining potatoes and soup mixture.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
- Place in oven and bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Slice potatoes to a uniform width. Using a mandoline helps but be mindful that they are very sharp!
- Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container for 3 to 4 days. Freeze portions in covered containers for up to 4 weeks.
- Reheat in the microwave or covered with foil in the oven.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
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