Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes and Ham

By kdet

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons Butter, unsalted
• 1 Onion (about 1 cup) finely chopped
• 2 teaspoons Dried Thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh)
• 2 Garlic Cloves, minced
• 1 1/2 teaspoons Salt
• 1/4 teaspoon Pepper
• 6-8 medium sized potatoes (about 2 pounds), thinly sliced, peeled and washed
• 1 cup Chicken Broth
• 1 cup Heavy Cream
• 1 cup Ham, chopped
• 2 Bay Leaves
• 1 cup Shredded Cheese (we used Colby-Jack)

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375 degrees and spray an 8 inch baking dish with cooking spray
In a large pot, melt butter. Add onions and saute, stirring occasionally until soft and tender, about 3-4 minutes
Add Thyme, Salt, Pepper and Garlic, cook for 1-2 minutes
Pour in Broth, Cream and Bay Leaves. Add Potatoes.
Bring to slight boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer about 20-25 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
Stir in Ham, heat through
Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish, sprinkle with cheese.
Place in oven and cook on 375 degrees for about 15 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is melted