This classic comfort food dish layers thinly sliced potatoes with savory ham, sweet onions, and melted Swiss cheese, all bound together by a rich, creamy milk-based sauce seasoned with nutmeg and oregano. The result is a tender, hearty casserole that feels like a warm hug on a cold evening. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for family dinners, holiday sides, or potlucks where you want something substantial yet simple. The white wine adds a subtle depth, while the broiled top provides a delightful golden crunch against the soft interior. ItâÂÂs an easy, reliable recipe that requires minimal active time but delivers maximum satisfaction.
Creamy Potato & Ham Casserole
Description
This classic comfort food dish layers thinly sliced potatoes with savory ham, sweet onions, and melted Swiss cheese, all bound together by a rich, creamy milk-based sauce seasoned with nutmeg and oregano. The result is a tender, hearty casserole that feels like a warm hug on a cold evening. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for family dinners, holiday sides, or potlucks where you want something substantial yet simple. The white wine adds a subtle depth, while the broiled top provides a delightful golden crunch against the soft interior. ItâÂÂs an easy, reliable recipe that requires minimal active time but delivers maximum satisfaction.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat your oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
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Peel the potatoes and slice them thinly, about 1/8-inch thick.
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Finely chop the onion and slice the deli ham into bite-sized pieces if not already done.
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In a medium saucepan, whisk together the evaporated milk, cornstarch, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and white wine until smooth.
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Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil and thickens slightly, about 3-5 minutes.
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Remove the sauce from heat and set aside.
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Lightly coat a 1.5-quart casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
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Layer half of the potato slices in the bottom of the dish, overlapping slightly to cover the surface.
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Sprinkle half of the chopped onion, half of the ham, half of the grated Swiss cheese, and half of the grated Parmesan cheese over the potatoes.
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Sprinkle the oregano evenly over the filling.
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Layer the remaining potato slices on top of the filling.
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Pour the prepared creamy sauce evenly over the top layer of potatoes.
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Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top.
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Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
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Remove the foil and continue baking for another 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork and the top is bubbly.
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If desired, switch the oven to broil and cook for 2-3 minutes to brown the top, watching closely to prevent burning.
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Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to set.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 228.7kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 3.3g6%
- Saturated Fat 2.1g11%
- Cholesterol 6.0mg2%
- Sodium 2563.7mg107%
- Total Carbohydrate 33.2g12%
- Dietary Fiber 2.3g10%
- Sugars 15.8g
- Protein 11.9g24%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
