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Scalloped Potatoes With Smoked Ham

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This comforting dish features thinly sliced potatoes layered with savory smoked ham, sweet leeks, and onions in a rich, creamy milk sauce. The thyme and black pepper add aromatic warmth, while the baking process creates a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture with a lightly browned top. It&# 226;ÂÂs the perfect hearty side for holiday meals or a satisfying main for a cozy weeknight dinner. Simple ingredients come together to create a classic comfort food experience that appeals to both children and adults.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8
Calories: 93.2
Dietary: Low-fat
Description
This comforting dish features thinly sliced potatoes layered with savory smoked ham, sweet leeks, and onions in a rich, creamy milk sauce. The thyme and black pepper add aromatic warmth, while the baking process creates a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture with a lightly browned top. It&# 226;ÂÂs the perfect hearty side for holiday meals or a satisfying main for a cozy weeknight dinner. Simple ingredients come together to create a classic comfort food experience that appeals to both children and adults.
Ingredients
  • 1 pound Leeks; 5 small
  • 1/4 cup Water
  • 1 cup Onions; sliced
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC). Coat a 13x9 inch baking dish with vegetable cooking spray.
  2. 2
    Discard the green portions of the leeks. Slice the white portions lengthwise into thin strips.
  3. 3
    Heat water in a Dutch oven or nonstick skillet over high heat.
  4. 4
    Stir in the chopped ham, 3/4 teaspoon salt, pepper, and thyme. Cook uncovered until heated through.
  5. 5
    Meanwhile, peel and slice the baking potatoes thinly.
  6. 6
    Place flour in a large bowl; gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
  7. 7
    Spoon 1/2 cup of the milk mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  8. 8
    Layer half the potatoes, half the ham mixture, and half the leeks and onions on top of the milk mixture.
  9. 9
    Repeat layers with remaining ingredients, ending with potatoes. Pour remaining milk mixture over top.
  10. 10
    Cover dish with foil and bake for 1 1/4 hours.
  11. 11
    Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley, remove foil, and bake uncovered until golden and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 93.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.2g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 47.8mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 21.5g8%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g13%
Sugars 8.2g
Protein 2.5g5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For best results, slice potatoes uniformly thin for even cooking. A mandoline slicer is recommended.

If using extra lean ham, you may need to adjust salt levels as smoked ham can vary in saltiness.

This dish can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated before baking; add 15-20 minutes to baking time if starting from cold.

Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in oven at 350ðF until warmed through.

For a richer flavor, substitute half the milk with low-sodium chicken broth.

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