Description
Comfort meets classic in this hearty cheesy ham and potato casserole, blending rich flavors with creamy textures. Layers of tender potatoes, savory ham, and melted cheese create a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 2 cups diced ham
- 4 large eggs
Potatoes and Dairy:
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and sliced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup sour cream
Seasonings and Extras:
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and generously grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Layer the thinly sliced potatoes evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish, creating a uniform potato foundation.
- Distribute the diced ham uniformly over the potato layer, ensuring an even spread of protein throughout the casserole.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, milk, and sour cream until smooth and well-integrated.
- Sprinkle salt, black pepper, and garted garlic powder into the cream mixture, stirring to incorporate the seasonings thoroughly.
- Pour the creamy seasoned mixture over the ham and potato layers, making sure it seeps between the potato slices.
- Generously cover the entire surface with shredded cheddar cheese, creating a rich and golden cheese blanket.
- In a separate small bowl, combine melted butter with breadcrumbs, mixing until the crumbs are completely coated.
- Evenly scatter the buttered breadcrumbs across the cheese layer, providing a crispy and golden topping.
- Transfer the casserole to the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 10 minutes to allow the layers to set and cool slightly.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving, adding a burst of color and fresh herb flavor.
Notes
- Slice potatoes uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the casserole.
- Use high-quality ham like Black Forest or smoked varieties to enhance the overall flavor profile of the dish.
- Control moisture by patting potato slices dry with paper towels, preventing excess liquid and maintaining a crisp texture.
- For gluten-free adaptation, replace breadcrumbs with crushed gluten-free crackers or almond flour to maintain the crunchy topping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 497
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 908 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 171 mg