Cheesy Ham Potato Bake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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4 medium-sized russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
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2 cups cooked ham, diced (preferably leftover ham)
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1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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2 garlic cloves, minced
→ Creamy Mixture
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1 cup sour cream
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1 cup milk
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Topping
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1 cup breadcrumbs
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2 tablespoons melted butter
# Instructions:
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Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and get ready to create some comfort food magic.
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Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook those chopped onions until they're soft and translucent (about 5 minutes), then toss in the minced garlic and cook for another minute or two until it smells amazing.
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In a large bowl, stir together the sour cream, milk, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
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Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with a little butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
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Arrange half of your sliced potatoes evenly across the bottom of your dish. Top with half of the onion-garlic mix, half the diced ham, and sprinkle with half the cheddar cheese. Pour half of your sour cream mixture over everything.
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Repeat the layering process with your remaining potatoes, onion-garlic mixture, ham, and cheese. Pour the rest of the sour cream mixture on top, making sure it seeps down into all the layers.
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Mix the breadcrumbs with melted butter in a small bowl, then sprinkle this buttery mixture evenly over the top of your casserole.
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Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes in your preheated oven.
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Remove the foil and continue baking for another 15-20 minutes until the top turns golden brown and the potatoes are fork-tender.
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Let the casserole cool for about 5 minutes before serving so it can set up a bit. Then dig in and enjoy your comforting, cheesy creation!
# Notes:
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This recipe is perfect for using up leftover holiday ham.
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For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of smoked paprika to the sauce mixture.
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The casserole can be assembled the day before and refrigerated until ready to bake.