posted by Linda in MO 10-12-101 10:31 AM
* Exported from MasterCook *
Scalloped Potatoes with Ham
Recipe By :slightly modified from Taste of Home, Apr/May 99, pg. 40
Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Casserole , Ham,
Main Dish
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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6 tablespoons butter or margarine -- divided
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups milk
6 cups thinly sliced peeled potatoes
1 1/2 cups chopped fully cooked ham
1 small onion -- grated
3/4 to 1 cup favorite shredded cheese -- optional
In a saucepan, melt 4 T. butter. Stir in flour, parsley, salt, thyme and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Combine potatoes, ham and onion; place half in a greased 2 1/2 qt. baking dish. Top with half of the sauce; repeat layers. Sprinkle with cheese, if desired.
Cover and bake at 375 deg. for 65-75 min. or until potatoes are almost tender. Dot with remaining butter (optional if using cheese). Bake uncovered, 15-20 minutes longer or until potatoes are tender.