Best 2 Cheesy Ham And Sweet Potato Casserole Recipes

"Cheesy Ham and Sweet Potato Casserole" is a classic comfort food dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a delicious combination of sweet potatoes, ham, cheese, and a creamy sauce. This casserole is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. Whether you like it cheesy, hammy, or sweet, this recipe can be customized to your liking. With its creamy texture, savory flavor, and comforting aroma, this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESY HAM AND SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE

Cheesy Ham and Sweet Potato Casserole image

Picked this up some years back at the state fair from the California Sweet Potato Council. This dish is very rich and filling and was the only way DS would eat sweet potatoes when he was young.

Provided by Debbwl

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs fresh sweet potatoes (yam variety)
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/4 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon basil, crushed
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 cups milk
1 1/2 cups swiss cheese, grated
3/4 lb ham, cooked, cubed

Steps:

Wash sweet potatoes. Cook unpeeled sweet potatoes, covered, in small amount of boiling salt water untill tender, about 20 to 30 minutes. Cool. Peel and slice 1/4 inch thick; set aside.
Melt butter in medium saucepan. Add onion, cook until tender. Remove from heat; stir in flour, salt, basil, mustard and pepper. Cook over low heat until bubbly, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in milk all at once. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil. Boil and stir one minute. Remove from heat. Stir in 3/4 cup of cheese and the ham.
Pour half of mixture into greased 2 quart casserole. Arrange half of sweet potaotoes on top. Repeat layers. Bake at 350*F, 25 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and bake 3 to 4 minutes longer, or until cheese has melted.

CHEESY HAM AND SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE RECIPE - (3.5/5)

Cheesy Ham and Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe - (3.5/5) image

Provided by á-46587

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs fresh sweet potatoes (yam variety)
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/4 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon basil, crushed
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 cups milk
1 1/2 cups swiss cheese, grated
3/4 lb ham, cooked, cubed

Steps:

1. Wash sweet potatoes. Cook unpeeled sweet potatoes, covered, in small amount of boiling salt water untill tender, about 20 to 30 minutes. Cool. Peel and slice 1/4 inch thick; set aside. 2. Melt butter in medium saucepan. Add onion, cook until tender. Remove from heat; stir in flour, salt, basil, mustard and pepper. Cook over low heat until bubbly, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in milk all at once. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil. Boil and stir one minute. Remove from heat. Stir in 3/4 cup of cheese and the ham. 3. Pour half of mixture into greased 2 quart casserole. Arrange half of sweet potatoes on top. Repeat layers. Bake at 350*F, 25 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and bake 3 to 4 minutes longer, or until cheese has melted. Servings:6

Tips:

To save time, use pre-cooked ham or rotisserie chicken.
If you don't have a sweet potato casserole dish, you can use a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Be sure to peel and dice the sweet potatoes before boiling them.
If you want a cheesier casserole, add an extra cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
For a sweeter casserole, add an extra tablespoon of brown sugar.
Serve the casserole warm with a side of cranberry sauce or maple syrup.

Conclusion:

This cheesy ham and sweet potato casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a holiday meal or a special occasion. It is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. With its creamy, cheesy sauce, tender ham, and sweet potatoes, this casserole is a comfort food classic that everyone will love.