Cheesy Ham and Potato Casserole

Prep 5 min

Cook 65 min

Ready in 70 min

It’s the ultimate nostalgic comfort food! This combo of ham, potatoes, and peas makes a great holiday side or a way to use leftovers.

Ingredients

2 tbsp (30 mL) butter
¼ cup (60 mL) flour
1 cup (250 mL) low-sodium chicken broth
½ cup (125 mL) milk
8 oz. (250 g) cheddar cheese, grated (2 cups/500 mL)
½ tsp (2 mL) black pepper
1 bag (28 oz./600 g) frozen diced potatoes with peppers and onions
1 lb. (450 g) thick cut ham, diced
2 cups (500 mL) frozen peas

1 sleeve Ritz® crackers (3.5 oz./100 g), crushed
2 tbsp (30 mL) melted butter

Directions

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Melt the butter in the Enameled Cast Iron Skillet With Lid over medium heat.
Add the flour and cook for 3 minutes, whisking constantly. Add the broth and milk, whisking to remove any lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until thickened. Add the cheese and pepper; continue whisking until the cheese is incorporated, about 3 minutes.
Add the frozen potatoes, ham, and peas to the skillet and toss to combine.
Cover and bake for 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and stir.
For the topping, combine the crushed crackers and melted butter in a medium bowl. Sprinkle over the casserole and bake, uncovered, for 25–30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the topping is golden brown.
Let the casserole stand for 5 minutes to thicken before serving.

Yield:

8 servings

Nutrients per serving:

U.S. nutrients per serving: Calories 360, Total Fat 19 g, Saturated Fat 11 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 980 mg, Carbohydrate 24 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugars 4 g (includes 0 g added sugar), Protein 22 g