Scalloped Potatoes and Ham

[Mama Mangia]

Scalloped Potatoes and Ham


2 tablespoons margarine
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups skim milk
3 cups thinly sliced pared potatoes
-- (about 3 medium)
1 cup diced fully cooked smoked
extra-lean ham (about 6 ounces)
1/4 cup finely chopped onion (about 1
small)

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Spray 1-1/2-quart casserole with nonstick
cooking spray. Heat margarine in 1-1/2-quart saucepan over medium heat
until melted. Stir in flour, mustard, salt and pepper. Cook over medium
heat, stirring constantly, until margarine is absorbed. Gradually stir in
milk. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute
Layer 1/3 of the potatoes, 1/2 of the ham, 1/2 of the onion and 1/3 of the
sauce in casserole; repeat. Top with remaining potatoes and sauce. Cover
and bake 30 minutes. Uncover and bake about 40 minutes longer or until
potatoes are tender. Let stand 5 to 10 minutes before serving. 4 SERVINGS
(ABOUT 1 CUP EACH).


MICROWAVE DIRECTIONS: Decrease milk to 1-3/4 cups. Spray 2-quart
microwavable casserole with nonstick cooking spray. Place margarine in
4-cup microwavable measure. Microwave uncovered on high 15 to 30 seconds
or until melted. Stir in flour, mustard, salt and pepper until margarine
is absorbed. Gradually stir in milk. Microwave uncovered 4 to 5 minutes,
stirring every minute, until thickened. Layer potatoes, ham, onions and
sauce in casserole as directed. Cover tightly and microwave on medium-high
(70%) 16 to 20 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes, until potatoes are
tender. Sprinkle with paprika if desired.