Spicy Scalloped Potatoes and Ham

Turn up the heat on comfort food with these Spicy Scalloped Potatoes and Ham, a bold and flavorful twist on a classic dish. Featuring layers of tender russet potatoes, creamy cheese sauce infused with a fiery blend of diced jalapeños, smoked paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes, and hearty chunks of diced ham, this recipe is perfect for spice lovers. A rich, made-from-scratch cheddar sauce ties everything together, creating a dreamy combination of creamy, cheesy, and spicy flavors. Topped with golden-brown baked perfection and garnished with fresh green onions, this easy-to-follow dish is ideal for family dinners, potlucks, or as an indulgent side. Ready in under two hours and serving six hearty portions, Spicy Scalloped Potatoes and Ham is the ultimate crowd-pleaser that will leave your taste buds tingling.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:75 mins

Total Time:95 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 large russet potatoes
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2.5 cups milk
• 0.5 cups heavy cream
• 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 cups cooked ham, diced
• 2 medium jalapeño peppers, finely diced
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
• 1 as needed non-stick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.

Step 2

Peel the potatoes and slice them thinly (approximately 1/8-inch thick). Use a mandoline slicer if available for uniform slices.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour to create a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture is lightly golden.

Step 4

Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream to the roux, ensuring no lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring frequently, until it thickens (about 5 minutes).

Step 5

Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Mix until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth. Remove the sauce from heat.

Step 6

Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the prepared baking dish, slightly overlapping each slice. Sprinkle half of the diced ham and jalapeños evenly over the potatoes.

Step 7

Pour half of the cheese sauce over the potato and ham layer, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 8

Repeat with the remaining potatoes, ham, jalapeños, and cheese sauce, creating a second layer.

Step 9

Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly, and the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let the dish rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with sliced green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2787.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3944.2

Total Fat 191.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 110.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 782.9mg	0%
Sodium 10260.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 335.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.7g	0%
Total Sugars 53.2g
Protein 220.6g	0%

Vitamin D 316.4IU	0%
Calcium 2621.2mg	0%
Iron 20.5mg	0%
Potassium 9429.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.7%

Protein: 22.3%

Carbs: 34.0%