Here’s a simple and comforting Crock Pot Scalloped Potatoes and Ham recipe — creamy, cheesy, and perfect for a hands-off meal. 🥔🍖🧀
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
Potatoes & Ham
- 4–5 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 cups cooked ham, diced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of cheddar and Swiss)
Creamy Sauce
- 2 cups milk (whole or 2%)
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Optional: paprika or parsley for topping
🥘 Instructions
1. Prepare the Sauce
- In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Stir in flour and cook 1–2 minutes to make a roux.
- Gradually whisk in milk and cook until slightly thickened (3–5 minutes).
- Stir in 1½ cups shredded cheese, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat.
2. Layer in the Crock Pot
- Lightly grease a 4–6 qt slow cooker.
- Layer half of the sliced potatoes on the bottom.
- Sprinkle half of the ham and onion over the potatoes.
- Pour half of the cheese sauce over the layer.
- Repeat with the remaining potatoes, ham, onion, and sauce.
3. Cook
- Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours until potatoes are tender.
- Optional: sprinkle remaining ½ cup cheese on top during the last 15–20 minutes.
4. Serve
- Let sit 5–10 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with paprika or parsley if desired.
🍽️ Tips
- Slice potatoes evenly so they cook uniformly.
- Leftovers reheat well in the oven or microwave.
- Swap ham for cooked bacon or smoked sausage for a flavor twist.
I can also give a shortcut version using instant potatoes for an even faster Crock Pot meal if you want.
