Description
Looking for the best creamy ham and potato casserole? This quick and easy recipe is full of comforting, cheesy, and healthy ingredients! A simple and delicious meal idea that works for brunch, holidays, or cozy weeknight dinners. It’s freezer-friendly, satisfying, and totally beginner-friendly!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups diced ham
- 4 cups peeled and diced potatoes
- 1/2 onion chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- Boil diced potatoes in salted water for 8–10 minutes until just tender. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter. Whisk in flour and cook 1 minute. Slowly whisk in milk and cook until thickened.
- Stir in sour cream and 1 1/2 cups of cheddar cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine potatoes, ham, onion, and cheese sauce in a large bowl. Mix gently to coat.
- Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish. Top with remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use leftover or pre-cooked potatoes for a quicker version.
- Add garlic powder or swap in Gruyère for deeper flavor.
- Make ahead and refrigerate before baking.
- Freeze before baking and thaw overnight before reheating.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg