Cheesy Ham and Potato Bake
Cheesy Ham and Potato Bake is a hearty, comforting casserole originating from American home cooking, particularly popular in the Midwest. It typically features diced or sliced potatoes, cooked ham, and a creamy cheese sauce, often baked until bubbly and golden.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in carbohydrates from the potatoes and fat from the cheese and any added cream or butter, providing a good source of protein from the ham and dairy. A typical serving can range from 400 to 600 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
| Fat | 24 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 850 mg |
| Potassium | 600 mg |
| Phosphorus | 300 mg |
| Calcium | 250 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2 mcg |
| Selenium | 15 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 5 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg |
| Iron | 2 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a classic example of a 'hotdish' or comfort food, often made to use up leftover holiday ham. Nutritionally, it's a calorie-dense meal that provides significant energy and key minerals like potassium and phosphorus.
