Scalloped Potatoes and Ham

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter
• 1/2 cup flour
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 3 cups milk
• 3 cups ham, cooked
• 1 large green pepper, chopped
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 5 cups potatoes, pared and sliced

Directions

1. 1

   Melt butter in large sauce pan over low heat; blend in flour, salt, and pepper.

2. 2

   Cook, stirring constantly, for about 1 minute. Remove from heat gradually stir in milk.

3. 3

   Return to heat; cook until thickened and bubbly.

4. 4

   Fold in ham, onion, green pepper and cheese. Pour over potatoes in a large bowl.

5. 5

   Stir gently then move into a buttered 13X4-inch baking dish; cover with foil.

6. 6

   Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

7. 7

   Uncover and continue to bake for 1 hour.

8. 8

   Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.