Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 ½ tablespoons flour
  • 1 small onion
  • ¾ cup milk
  • 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or more to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar (shredded)
  • 3 pounds potatoes (peeled and diced)
  • 2 cups ham (diced)
  • 2 cups frozen peas (defrosted)
  • 1 ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese (or to taste)

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Over medium heat, melt butter in a saucepan. Add onion and stir until softened, about 4 minutes. Add flour and cook an additional 2 while stirring.
  • Pour in chicken broth and milk gradually. Whisk over medium heat until thick and bubbly. Remove from heat and stir in cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Place ½ of the potatoes in a 3 qt pan. Sprinkle with ham and peas. Top with remaining potatoes. Pour sauce over top.
  • Cover with foil and bake 45-50 minutes or until potatoes are fork tender. Remove foil (carefully, it will steam), top with remaining cheese, and bake an additional 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are soft and cheese is lightly browned.