This Ham, Potato, and Broccoli Casserole is a comforting and delicious dish that is perfect for a family dinner. It combines layers of tender ham, creamy potatoes, and nutritious broccoli, all baked together in a creamy cheese sauce. It's a hearty and satisfying meal that will please both kids and adults. With simple ingredients and a straightforward method, this casserole is easy to make and will become a favorite in your meal rotation.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked ham, diced
- 4 cups potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Whisk in the flour and cook for an additional minute until a smooth paste forms.
- Gradually whisk in the milk and continue whisking until the mixture thickens.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and half of the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined. Remove from heat.
- In a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, layer half of the sliced potatoes, followed by half of the diced ham, and then half of the broccoli florets.
- Pour half of the cheese sauce over the layered ingredients, spreading it evenly.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, ham, broccoli, and cheese sauce.
- Sprinkle the remaining grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the casserole is golden and bubbly.
- Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
This casserole can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated overnight. Just bake it the next day when you're ready to serve.
You can customize this casserole by adding other vegetables like carrots or cauliflower.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
This recipe is a great way to use up leftover ham from holiday dinners.
The combination of ham, potatoes, and broccoli makes this dish a complete meal on its own.