Cheesy Ham and Potato Bake

Name: Cheesy Ham and Potato Bake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 tbsp All-Purpose Flour; 0.13 tsp Black Pepper; 0.5 cup Bread Crumbs; 3 tbsp Butter; 1 whole Carrot; 2 stalk Celery; 2 tbsp Diced Green Bell Pepper; 2 cups Diced Ham; 2 tsp Diced Onion; 1 cup Milk; 2 cups Peeled Whole Potatoes; 0.13 tsp Salt; 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese; 3 cups Water

Side Dish 🥗Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 American Low-Carb Comfort-Food

Cheesy Ham and Potato Bake layers tender potato cubes, sweet carrots, and savory ham under a creamy Cheddar sauce with a buttery breadcrumb crust. Each bite balances mellow cheese richness with gentle pepper and onion notes, making it a comforting choice for weeknight dinners or a cozy potluck side. Serve hot when you want something warm, hearty, and satisfying.

Prep20 mins
Cook50 mins
Serves8
DifficultyMedium

1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2

Place the potatoes, celery, and carrot in a large pot and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and transfer to a 2-quart baking dish.
3

Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir the ham, green bell pepper, and onion until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Transfer the ham mixture to the baking dish and combine with the potatoes.
4

Melt the remaining 1/4 cup butter in a clean skillet; cook and stir the flour in the melted butter until smooth, about 3 minutes. Gradually stir in the milk and season with salt and black pepper. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 2 minutes. Add the Cheddar cheese and stir until melted. Pour the cheese mixture over the ham and potatoes. Sprinkle with bread crumbs.
5

Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly, 25 to 30 minutes. Let the casserole rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.