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Potatoes and ham for a filling potluck dish

Potato/Ham Potluck combines potatoes, sour cream, diced ham, scallions and cheddar cheese.

Potato/Ham Potluck combines potatoes, sour cream, diced ham, scallions and cheddar cheese.

I had some leftover ham and was looking for a recipe that would use it. This one is a real stick-to-your-ribs, winter comfort food. Served with freshly steamed broccoli or green beans, it makes a great cold evening meal. And you can make it ahead and just heat it in the oven before serving.

Potato/Ham Potluck Favorite

Serves 16 as a side or 6 to 8 as a main course

• 8 medium potatoes (about 2 1/2 to 3 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks

• 1 cup evaporated milk

• 1/2 cup sour cream

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

• 2 cups (8-ounce package) shredded cheddar cheese, divided

• 1/2 cup diced ham

• Sliced green onions (optional)

Place potatoes in large saucepan. Cover with water; bring to a boil. Cook over medium-high heat for 15 to 20 minutes or until tender; drain.

Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease 2 1/2- to 3-quart casserole dish.

Return potatoes to saucepan; add evaporated milk, sour cream, salt and pepper. Mash until smooth (I don’t mash them too smooth). Stir in 1 1/2 cups cheese and ham. Spoon mixture into prepared casserole dish.

Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until heated through. Top with remaining 1/2 cup cheese and green onions. Bake for an additional 3 minutes or until cheese is melted.

— adapted from Nestlé Carnation

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