Scalloped Potatoes and Ham
Scalloped Potatoes and Ham provides 18g protein and 225 calories per serving as a calorie-controlled side dish. Batch-preps 12 servings via stovetop cooking, stretching a single prep session into multiple meals or plate additions. Perfect for lifters managing macros who need flexible sides that don't derail a fat-loss phase.
Ingredients
- •Unsalted Butter(30g)
- •Yellow Onion
- •Garlic(30g)
- •Whole Milk(240g)
- •Low Sodium Chicken Broth(180g)
Any carton chicken broth labeled "low sodium." Swanson or store brand.
- •1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt (divided)
- •½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- •Potato, Yukon Gold(1361g)
- •Flour, All-Purpose, White(45g)
- •Ham Or Canadian Bacon(480g)
- •Cheddar Cheese(113g)
- •Parmesan Cheese(30g)
Grated Parmesan — the shelf-stable canister is fine for cooking.
- •Chopped Fresh Chives (Thyme, Or Parsley, Optional For Serving)
Instructions
- 1Place a rack in the center of your oven and preheat to 375 degrees F. Coat a 9x13 inch casserole dish with nonstick spray and set aside.
- 2In a medium pot or skillet with high sides, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Add the onion. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring often, until translucent. Adjust the heat as needed so the onion softens but does not brown. Stir in the garlic and cook just until fragrant, about 1 minute more.
- 3Turn off the heat. Stir in the milk, broth, 1 teaspoon of the salt, and the black pepper. Set aside.
- 4Peel the potatoes. With a mandoline slicer (this is the easiest!) or a sharp chef's knife, carefully cut the potatoes into VERY thin slices (about 1/8-inch thick; don’t cut larger or they may not cook through). Place the potato slices in a large bowl and sprinkle with the flour and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. With your hands, toss to combine
- 5Spread one-third of the sliced potatoes in the bottom of the prepared dish. Spoon about 2/3 cup of the milk-broth mixture over the top and sprinkle with 2/3 cup of the ham and one-third of the shredded cheddar cheese. Repeat layers twice more, so you have 3 layers each of potato, milk-broth, ham, and cheddar (you’ll end with the cheddar).
- 6Lightly mist a large piece of aluminum foil with nonstick spray. Cover the dish with the foil, placing it spray-side down, and bake for 35 minutes. Uncover and bake for 25 additional minutes.
- 7Remove the dish from the oven and sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese. Turn the oven to broil. Return the pan to the oven and let broil until the cheese is golden brown and bubbly, about 1 to 3 minutes (keep an eye on it!).
- 8Sprinkle with the herbs. Allow the dish to stand at room temperature for 20 to 25 minutes to allow the milk mixture to set and thicken. Enjoy hot, with additional salt and pepper to taste (the amount of salt you need will vary based on the saltiness of your ham and broth).
Nutrition — Per Serving
225
calories
18g
protein
8g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 26g
- Saturated fat
- 3.0g
- Sodium
- 539 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 2.5g
12 servings per batch · ~209g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Scalloped Potatoes and Ham have per serving?
Each serving contains 18g of protein and 225 calories with 8g fat and 26g carbs. This recipe is moderate in protein and very low in calories, making it work well as a side dish component.
How long does Scalloped Potatoes and Ham take to prep and how many servings does it make?
This quick prep stovetop recipe yields 12 servings, one of the highest batch counts in the app for efficient meal prepping. You'll have consistent portions ready for multiple days of meals.
Is Scalloped Potatoes and Ham good for fat loss?
At 225 calories per serving with lean protein from ham and minimal fat, this recipe is excellent for fat loss phases as a low-calorie side dish. The high serving count allows you to batch prep an entire week's worth in one session.
