Cheesy Ham and Potato au Gratin with Peas

Au gratin is a pleasant culinary approach hailing from French cuisine, famend for its golden, crusty pinnacle layer, normally made from breadcrumbs, cheese, or egg and butter. This Cheesy Ham and Potato au Gratin with Peas is a hearty dish that epitomizes alleviation meals with an stylish twist. Combining the smoky taste of ham and the richness of cheese, it is an superb way to use up leftover ham whilst growing some thing that feels new and special. This dish is best for a warming family meal all through those cooler seasons or when you choose some thing fulfilling and nourishing.

INGREDIENTS

• two tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups entire milk, warmed
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 2 kilos potatoes, sliced skinny (about 1/8 inch)
• 1 cup cooked ham, diced
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1/2 cup peas (fresh or frozen and thawed)
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat the oven to 375 tiers F (190 levels C). Grease a baking dish with butter.
2. In a giant saucepan over medium heat, soften the butter. Add the onion and garlic, and cook dinner till the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the flour and cook dinner for 1 minute to cast off the uncooked flour taste. Gradually whisk in the heat milk and cream, bringing it to a boil. Cook till thickened, about 5 minutes.
4. Season the sauce with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Remove from heat.
5. Arrange half of of the potato slices in the backside of the organized baking dish. Top with half of of the ham, half of of the peas, and half of of the cheddar cheese. Pour 1/2 of the sauce over the layers.
6. Repeat with the last potatoes, ham, peas, cheddar, and sauce.
7. Sprinkle the pinnacle with grated Parmesan cheese.
8. Cover with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for forty minutes.
9. Remove the foil and bake for an extra 20-30 minutes or till the pinnacle is golden brown and the potatoes are tender.
10. Let stand for 10 minutes earlier than serving.

Enjoy.

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