Cheesy Ham Mashed Potato (Print Format)
Creamy mashed potatoes, ham, and melted cheese baked with crispy onions and peas for a cozy meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Base
01 -
3 cups leftover mashed potatoes
→ Cheese and Toppings
02 -
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
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1 (2.8 oz) package French fried onions, divided
→ Protein and Vegetables
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1½ cups diced leftover cooked ham
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1 (10 oz) package frozen peas and carrots, thawed and drained
→ Sauce and Seasonings
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1 (10.75 oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
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¾ teaspoon dry mustard
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½ teaspoon granulated garlic
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¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Other
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aluminum foil
# Steps:
01 -
Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Combine half of the Cheddar cheese and half of the French fried onions with the mashed potatoes. Press the mixture evenly onto the bottom and up the sides of a 2-quart casserole dish to create a shell.
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In a separate bowl, mix the diced ham, thawed peas and carrots, cream of mushroom soup, dry mustard, granulated garlic, and black pepper until well combined.
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Spoon the ham and vegetable mixture into the mashed potato shell. Cover the dish loosely with aluminum foil.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
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Remove the foil, sprinkle the remaining Cheddar cheese and French fried onions over the top, and bake uncovered for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is melted.
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Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
# Tips:
01 -
Use mild or sharp Cheddar cheese according to taste preference.