Everyone will be begging you to share this recipe after you bring it to the potluck or holiday party this year! These scalloped potatoes with ham are hot, creamy, cheesy, and savory with a salty and smoky flavor from small pieces of ham. You can make this with leftover ham that you baked for Easter or Christmas. Or you can pick up a thick-sliced ham steak just for the occasion. This old fashioned side dish casserole pairs well with all types of dinners, or it can be enjoyed as the main dish. Need the perfect holiday Ham recipe? Try my Pineapple Ham, Honey Baked Ham, or Instant Pot Glazed Ham.
The Best Scalloped Potatoes Recipe with Ham
A decadent, creamy potato casserole. This recipe falls into a category that I call “cheesy potatoes”. It’s similar to my funeral potatoes and instant pot scalloped potatoes. Each of these potato dishes is comforting and amazing. The perfect side dish – The flavor of these scalloped potatoes comes from the cream, cheese, and bacon, and there aren’t any fancy ingredients. This means that scalloped potatoes with ham will go with anything – from steak to shrimp and everything in between. Easy to make – While it does take a little while to bake this potato casserole, the majority of the time needed is completely hands off. Fill your casserole dish and pop it in the oven until dinner is ready!
Ingredients In Homemade Scalloped Potatoes and Ham
Here’s what you need to make this delicious potato bake:
Potatoes: I am using white potatoes for this recipe. You can peel them, but I like the rustic look from leaving the peels on. Be sure to wash the potatoes well and slice them into ⅛” thick slices. Ham: You’ll need about 2 cups of cooked ham cut into small cubes. We’ll mix most of the ham into the potatoes, and add some to the top so that it becomes crisp and caramelized. Onion and Garlic: These aromatic vegetables give this dish a wonderful savory flavor. Butter and Flour: We’ll saute the onion and garlic in butter, then add flour to the pan. This will create a light roux that will thicken the sauce for the scalloped potatoes. Heavy Cream and Chicken Broth: To create a smooth and creamy sauce. Vegetable stock can be used in place of chicken broth if you prefer. Cheese: Shredded cheddar cheese makes these potatoes perfectly cheesy! I suggest shredding cheese from a block rather than purchasing pre-shredded cheese. It melts better and tastes better this way. Seasonings: Salt, pepper, and fresh thyme.
Complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
How To Make Scalloped Potatoes with Ham
Get ready by preheating the oven to 350°F (180°C), or 160°C if using a fan oven. Butter a 9×13 dish and set aside.
Recipe Tips
Slicing the potatoes: It’s important that the potatoes are sliced evenly and thinly. The best tool for this job is a mandoline slicer, but you can also slice the potatoes by hand with a sharp chef’s knife. This is not a low-fat dish. Avoid trying to use milk instead of heavy cream – the sauce will not thicken properly without the right amount of fat. I haven’t tested this recipe with non-dairy options.
Storing Tips
To Store: Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days. To reheat, bake them in a 350°F oven until warmed through. If needed, add a splash of milk to make them creamy again. To freeze leftovers, keep them in a sealed container in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. The texture of cooked potatoes can become mushy when frozen, so only freeze this dish as a last resort.
What To Serve With Scalloped Potatoes
Make this cheesy potatoes dish into a full meal by adding a salad. Try my homemade Caesar Salad, Beet Salad, or Greek Salad recipes. It’s also delicious with roasted broccoli and carrots!
What’s the difference between scalloped potatoes and potatoes au gratin?
Potatoes au gratin is typically made with a cheese sauce while scalloped potatoes are cooked in a creamy white sauce instead. I’m adding cheese to the top of this casserole, so it kind of falls in between the two classic recipes!
Can I make this recipe without the ham?
Of course! Leave out the ham and replace the chicken stock with vegetable stock to make this recipe vegetarian. You can also replace the diced ham with cooked bacon if you want to try something different. Turn leftover ham into a delicious meal or a hearty side dish with this simple recipe for Scalloped Potatoes and Ham. Don’t forget to pin the recipe for later! © Little Sunny Kitchen
title: “Scalloped Potatoes And Ham” ShowToc: true date: “2024-09-20” author: “Eva Sims”
If you are looking for a filling meal that will you having coming back for seconds, it doesn’t get much better than these Scalloped Potatoes and Ham. This recipe is based off my amazing scalloped potatoes that has a simple but delicious cream sauce. This easy recipe comes together with just a few ingredients, and makes a perfect casserole that works as a side dish or an amazing comforting dinner. If you have left over ham, this is the perfect recipe to make with it.
How to Make Scalloped Potatoes and Ham
Cutting Potatoes Thin
As mentioned, it is key that the potatoes are cut thin for this recipe and its timing to work. Some scalloped potato recipes call for using a mandolin. While this certainly makes easy work of cutting the potatoes, it isn’t necessary to make this recipe. I don’t own a mandolin. Rather, I use a very sharp kitchen knife to cut thin slices of potato that are even in nature.
Scalloped Potatoes Seasoning
The seasoning in this recipe is very minimal. Just a little garlic powder and dried thyme. The creaminess of this recipe, is enough that slight seasoning is all that is needed.
Using Freshly Grated Cheese
These cheesy scalloped potatoes and ham are made perfect with freshly grated cheddar cheese. One of my favorite cooking tips is to use block cheese when shredded cheese is called for in a recipe. Taking the extra time to shred cheese from a block makes for cheese that melts so much better. This recipe is so minimal, that you want to use the best ingredients.
Making Scalloped Potatoes and Ham Ahead
This recipe can be made through the point of putting the cheese on top. Then it can be covered and stored in the refrigerator overnight. When you are ready to bake it, take it out of the refrigerator, uncover it, and bake as directed.
Storing Leftovers
Easy scalloped potatoes and ham left overs can be stored in the refrigerator for three to five days. When reheating leftovers, only reheat the amount you want by placing it in an oven proof container, covered for 30 minutes in a 350 degree oven.
Other Great Leftover Ham Recipes
We love our left over ham recipes, and I have a few more on the way for you. In the meantime, try:
Ham SaladSplit Pea Ham SoupHam and Cheese Muffins
If you make this scalloped potatoes and ham recipe or any of my other recipes, leave me a comment and let me know what you think!
