Scalloped Potatoes with Ham

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese cuts calories without sacrificing flavor.

ham

🥗Healthier: turkey ham

💰Cheaper: bacon

Turkey ham is lower in fat while bacon adds a smoky flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthy fats and is a versatile cooking fat.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Grease a baking dish with butter.

Slice the potatoes thinly and layer half in the baking dish.

Layer half of the ham over the potatoes.

Sprinkle half of the cheddar cheese on top.

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat and sauté chopped onion until translucent.

Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.

Gradually whisk in milk, cooking until thickened, about 5 minutes.

Season with black pepper and cayenne pepper to taste.

Pour the cream mixture over the layered potatoes and ham.

Layer the remaining potatoes, ham, and cheese on top.

Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes.

Remove the foil, sprinkle with additional cheese, and bake for another 25 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens