Potatoes and Ham in Cheese Sauce

Submitted By: Nancy Brooks

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons butter
• 4 tablespoons flour
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 11/2 teaspoons salt
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup grated Cheddar cheese
• 4 cups diced cooked potatoes
• 2 cups diced cooked ham (country ham is good)

Instructions

In a small saucepan, melt butter; blend in flour and seasonings. Add milk slowly, and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until thickened. Remove from heat and add cheese; stir until melted. Put alternate layers of potatoes and ham in greased baking dish. Pour cheese sauce over top. Cover and bake at 350º for 30 minutes. Remove lid and bake 10 minutes longer. Serves
4 to 6.