Ham Steak and Potato Casserole

Preheat oven to 375ºF

Peel and dice into 1/2 inch pieces...

• 2 lbs potatoes

Cover potatoes with water in a medium pot and boil for 6-7 minutes.

When potatoes have started to soften but are still a bit firm in the middle, remove from pot, drain, and add to a mixing bowl.

Add to the mixing bowl and toss together...

• 1/2 lb or 2 cups cubed ham
• 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese

In a skillet over medium heat add...

• 4 tbsp butter
• 1 cup diced onion
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced

When onions have softened, stir in...

• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp ground mustard
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• 3 tbsp flour

Reduce heat to low and then stir in...

• 2 cups whole milk

Simmer for around 5 minutes until it's the consistency of a thin gravy.

Pour gravy over the potato and ham mixing bowl and toss together, then transfer into a greased 9x13" baking dish. Cover with foil.

Bake for 30 minutes in 375º preheated oven.

After 30 minutes remove from oven and sprinkle on remaining...

• 1 cup shredded sharp white cheddar cheese

Bake uncoverd for another 5-10 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Garnish with something green like chives and enjoy!