Ham & Swiss Potato Casserole

Total Time

Prep: 25 min. Bake: 20 min.

Makes

8 servings

Updated: Sep. 25, 2022
No one will be able to resist the classic trio of ham, Swiss and potatoes in this comforting bake. It was the result of creative experimentation when I wanted to use up ingredients I had on hand. I sometimes replace the ham with turkey ham. —Sarah Wilham, Elkhart, Illinois
Ham & Swiss Potato Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home

Ingredients

  • 5 large potatoes (about 4 pounds), peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup butter, cubed
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups 2% milk
  • 1-1/3 cups roasted red pepper Alfredo sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon dill weed
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
  • 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
  • 1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°. Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in flour until blended; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in Alfredo sauce and seasonings; heat through.
  2. Drain potatoes; transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with ham, cheese and sauce. In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs and butter. Sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, 18-22 minutes or until topping is golden brown and cheese is melted. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
    To Make Ahead: Can be made a day in advance. Prepare recipe as directed, layering ham, cheese and sauce in baking dish. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Prepare crumb topping; sprinkle over top. Bake as directed.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 456 calories, 22g fat (13g saturated fat), 93mg cholesterol, 897mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 22g protein.