Cheesy Ham and Potato Casserole (*"Mother's Ham Casserole")

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  • Number of Servings: 6
Ingredients
1.5 lbs Red Potato - cubed2 large Carrots - sliced3 stalks Celery - sliced3-4 cups water12 oz fully cooked Ham - cut and cubed1/2 Med. Green (or Red) Bell Pepper - chopped1/4 cup chopped Onions2 Tbsp. Brummel & Brown Original Spread made with Yogurt4 tbsp Butter, salted 3 Tbsp. all-purpose Flour1.5 cup Milk (2%)1/2 tsp. salt1/4 tsp. pepper1 cup shredded Cheddar Cheese *Cooking spray
Directions
1. In a large sauce pan, bring 3-4 cups of water, potatoes, carrots and celery to a boil (be sure there is enough water to cover the vegetables). Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until tender. Drain.

2. In a large skillet, saute the ham, green (or red) peppers, and onion in 2 tablespoons of Brummel and Brown spread until vegetables are tender. Add to the potato mixture. Transfer to a lightly greased 1.5 - 2 qt baking dish.

3. In a saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter, and gently stir in 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour until smooth. Gradually add the milk, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat, add cheese and stir until melted.

4. Pour cheese sauce over the ham and potato mixture. Bake uncovered at 375 degrees F for 25-30 minutes.


Serving Size: Makes 6+ (1 cup ) servings

Number of Servings: 6

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user WINTERBIOLOGY.

Servings Per Recipe: 6
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 419.8
  • Total Fat: 23.0 g
  • Cholesterol: 75.6 mg
  • Sodium: 849.3 mg
  • Total Carbs: 35.3 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3.5 g
  • Protein: 19.7 g

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