Cozy Cheese Ham Potatoes (Print)

Warm layers of tender potatoes, creamy cheese, savory ham, and herbs baked to golden perfection.

# Components:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1.76 lbs potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Dairy

04 - 7 oz Gruyère cheese, grated
05 - 6.76 fl oz heavy cream
06 - 1 oz unsalted butter, for greasing and dotting

→ Meats

07 - 5.3 oz cooked ham, diced

→ Herbs & Seasonings

08 - 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
09 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
10 - 1/2 tsp salt, to taste
11 - Pinch of nutmeg

→ Optional

12 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a medium baking dish with butter.
02 - Arrange half of the sliced potatoes in the dish. Evenly distribute half the onions, garlic, ham, and Gruyère over the potatoes. Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and nutmeg.
03 - Repeat layering with remaining potatoes, onions, ham, and cheese. Season again with salt, pepper, thyme, and nutmeg.
04 - Pour heavy cream evenly over the layered ingredients, then dot with the remaining butter.
05 - Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes until golden and bubbling.
06 - Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Tender potatoes layered with savory ham and creamy cheese
  • Perfect for sharing on chilly days
02 -
  • For a vegetarian version omit ham and add sautéed mushrooms or spinach
  • Use Emmental or Comté cheese for variation
03 -
  • Use a sharp knife to slice the potatoes thinly and evenly
  • Let the dish rest before serving so flavors meld
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