Ham Steak and Potato Casserole

Prep Steps

• 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled, into 1/2-inch pieces {do:dice}
• 8 oz ham into cubes {do:cut}
• 2 cups white cheddar cheese {do:shred}
• 1 small onion {do:dice}
• 3 cloves garlic {do:mince}

Par-Boil the Potatoes

Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Cover with water in a medium pot and boil until starting to soften but still firm in the middle, 6–7 minutes...

• 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch pieces

Drain and transfer to a large bowl. Add and toss together...

• 8 oz ham, cut into cubes
• 1 cup white cheddar cheese, shredded

The Gravy

In a skillet over medium heat, cook until softened...

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

Stir in...

• 1/2 tsp kosher salt{tip:We test with Morton kosher salt. Using table salt? Use about 3/4 as much. Diamond Crystal? Use about 1 1/2 times as much.}
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp dry mustard
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• 3 tbsp all-purpose flour

Lower the heat and stir in...

• 2 cups whole milk

Simmer until it's the thickness of a thin gravy, about 5 minutes.

Bake

Pour the gravy over the potatoes and ham and toss together, then spread in the baking dish. Cover with foil and bake 30 minutes. Uncover and sprinkle with...

• 1 cup white cheddar cheese, shredded

Bake uncovered until the cheese melts, 5–10 minutes more. Garnish with...

• 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped (optional)