| Yields | Prep | Cook |
|---|---|---|
| 6 to 8 servings | 30 minutes | 1 to 1-1/2 hours |
Description
A classic with a not-so-secret ingredient that makes these the best scalloped potatoes ever. A reall fill-you-up. Everyone will want seconds.
Instructions
PREHEAT oven to 375-degrees.
Prepare Sauce ...
MELT butter in medium sauce pan. ADD onion and some salt and pepperand cook on medium heat until brown and tender. Turn off heat.
ADD flour slowly while stirring until a thick paste forms.
ADD a small amount of the milk while stirring until a creamy paste forms. Then pour in the rest of the milk and mix thoroughly.
BRING mixture to a boil while stirring continuously until bubbly and thick. Turn off heat.
ADD money mustard and paprika and mix thoroughly. Taste and add additional salt and/or pepper if desired to your taste. Note that the potatoes do not have any salt on them, so a little extra salt in the sauce will soak into the potatoes.
SPRAY medium to large low casserole dish with cooking sray.
PEEL potatoes, cut in half lengthwise, then slice into casserole.
ADD ham to casserole.
POUR sauce over potatoes and ham. MIX well and then spread evenly in casserole. COVER casserole tightly with aluminum foil.
BAKE at 375-degrees for 1 to 1-1/2 hours until potatoes are tender. REMOVE foil for the last 15-20 minutes of cooking time to allow top to brown and sauce to thicken.
Ingredients
| Amount | Name | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 6 to 8 Piece | Potatoes | Medium size - peeled and sliced, use an amount of potatoes based on the size of casserole you want to make |
| 1/2 to 3/4 Pound | Smoked Ham | Cubed - use an amount of ham that works with the amount of potatoes and your desired casserole size |
| 2 to 2-1/2 Cup | Milk | Use more milk for a larger casserole and/or if you want more sauce |
| 1 Piece | Onion | Medium size, chopped |
| 2 to 3 Tablespoon | Honey Mustard | At least 2, 3 for a larger casserole |
| As Needed Each | Salt | To your taste |
| As Needed Each | Pepper | To your taste |
| 4 Tablespoon | Butter | |
| 1/4 Cup | Flour | |
| 1/2 Teaspoon | Paprika |