Savor the comfort of warm cheese and ham melting into tender potatoes tonight!

1

Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).

2

Thinly slice the potatoes into even rounds and set aside.

3

In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.

4

Sprinkle the flour over the onion-garlic mixture and stir for about 1 minute until well combined.

5

Slowly add in the milk while continuously whisking to prevent lumps. Keep stirring for 4-5 minutes until the sauce thickens.

6

Season the sauce with salt and pepper. Remove from heat, and add 1 cup of the cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.

7

In a greased baking dish, layer half of the sliced potatoes at the bottom. Follow with half of the ham, and then pour over half of the cheese sauce.

8

Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, ham, and cheese sauce on top.

9

Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on the very top.

10

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

11

After 30 minutes, remove the foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.

12

Remove from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving.

4

• Add a layer of sautéed spinach for extra greens.
• Incorporate different types of cheese, like Gruyère or mozzarella, for varied flavors.
• Top with bread crumbs before the final baking for added crunch.

• Slice the potatoes uniformly for even cooking.
• Let it cool slightly before slicing for better serving.
• Experiment with spices like paprika or thyme for different flavors.

• fat: 18g
• protein: 20g
• calories: 380
• carbohydrates: 40g

This dish provides a hearty meal with protein from the ham and cheese, along with carbohydrates from the potatoes, though it is higher in fat due to the cheese and butter content.

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