Heat oven to 350F.
Wash and peel (optional) potatoes and cut into enough thin slices to measure about 4 cups. Heat 3 tablespoons butter/butter in saucepan over low heat until melted; stir in flour, salt and pepper. Cover over low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is smooth and bubbly; remove from heat; stir in milk. Heat to boiling again, stirring constantly; boil and stir about 1 minute.
Arrange potatoes in greased 2 quart casserole in layers, topping each layer with desired amount of onion, white sauce and cubed ham. Dot top layer with 1 tablespoon butter. Cover and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake for about 45 minutes longer or until the potatoes are tender. Let stand 5-10 minutes before serving.
Tips:
You could easily add your favourite cheese to the casserole, if you like. Either add it to the milk mixture (which would make a cheese sauce), or sprinkle some across the top just before baking.
If you're pushed for time, partially cook the potatoes for a few minutes in the microwave before slicing and layering them in the casserole. |
