Leftover Ham -n- Potato Casserole
This cheesy ham and potato casserole combines leftover holiday ham and potatoes in a creamy sauce for a comforting post-holiday brunch or easy dinner.
Instructions
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{'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, 10 to 15 minutes.'}
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{'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 1 ยฝ-quart baking dish.'}
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{'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'When the potatoes are almost finished, melt 3 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add ham and onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat.'}
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{'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Drain potatoes; add to the ham mixture and stir to combine. Transfer to the prepared baking dish.'}
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{'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Melt remaining 4 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and stir until the mixture becomes paste-like and light golden brown, about 5 minutes.'}
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{'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Gradually whisk milk into the flour mixture; season with salt and black pepper. Continue cooking and stirring until thickened, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in Cheddar cheese until melted.'}
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{'id': 'step_6', 'step': 7, 'text': 'Pour cheese sauce over ham and potatoes. Sprinkle bread crumbs over top.'}
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{'id': 'step_7', 'step': 8, 'text': 'Bake in the preheated oven until sauce is bubbly and browned, 25 to 30 minutes.'}
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{'id': 'step_8', 'step': 9, 'text': 'Serve hot and enjoy!'}
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (6 servings total)