Holiday Ham and Potato Casserole
Elevate your holiday feast with this sumptuous layered casserole, featuring thinly sliced potatoes, savory ham, and a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect for using leftover ham or creating an affordable, crowd-pleasing centerpiece.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
56 g
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Cholesterol
163 mg
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Fiber
4 g
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Protein
27 g
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Saturated Fat
28 g
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Sodium
1329 mg
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Fat
49 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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5 mins
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Gather all ingredients. (5 minutes)
02 Step
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5 mins
Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onions and sauté with a pinch of salt until translucent. (5 minutes)
03 Step
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2 mins
Stir in flour and cook, stirring constantly, until the starchy, raw edge is just cooked off. (2 minutes)
04 Step
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8 mins
Gradually whisk in heavy cream, followed by milk, ensuring a smooth consistency. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring continuously, until the sauce just begins to simmer and thicken. (8 minutes)
05 Step
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1 mins
Stir in 1 teaspoon of salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Grate in nutmeg. (1 minute)
06 Step
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2 mins
Remove from heat. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and fresh thyme leaves. Reserve the sauce. (2 minutes)
07 Step
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3 mins
Cover the bottom of a deep 10x15-inch casserole dish with approximately 25% of the reserved sauce. (3 minutes)
08 Step
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15 mins
Layer sliced potatoes, seasoning with salt. Ladle 1/3 of the sauce over the potatoes and sprinkle with 1/3 of the grated Cheddar cheese. Layer half of the sliced ham. (15 minutes)
09 Step
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15 mins
Repeat the potato layer, seasoning with salt. Ladle 1/2 of the remaining sauce over the potatoes. Repeat the cheese and ham layers. (15 minutes)
10 Step
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10 mins
Place the final layer of potatoes on top. Ladle over the remaining sauce and spread evenly with a spatula. Sprinkle with the remaining Cheddar cheese. (10 minutes)
11 Step
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1 hrs 30 mins
Bake uncovered in the preheated oven until golden brown, bubbling, and potatoes are very tender. (1 hour, 30 minutes)
12 Step
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20 mins
Let cool for 15 to 20 minutes before serving to allow the casserole to set slightly. (20 minutes)
For an even richer flavor, use Gruyere or smoked Gouda cheese.
If using leftover ham, consider dicing it instead of slicing it for a different texture.
Ensure potatoes are sliced uniformly for even cooking.
Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your preferred spice level.
For a vegetarian option, replace ham with sauteed mushrooms or other vegetables.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.8/ 5 ( 30 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
Krista Swift
Apr 9, 2025This recipe was a huge hit at our holiday dinner! The sauce is so creamy and flavorful.
Ralph Rolfson
Mar 13, 2025My family loved this! I added a bit more thyme and it was fantastic.
Morgan Haag
Nov 26, 2024I used Gruyere cheese and it added a wonderful nutty flavor. Definitely making this again!
Audra Wisozk
Aug 10, 2024Easy to follow instructions and the casserole turned out perfectly. Thank you!