Are you ready to embark on a culinary adventure? Behold our delightful recipe for Cheddar Ham and Mashed Potato Bake! If the monotony of leftovers has left you feeling weary, fear not! We have an exquisite solution that will awaken your taste buds and leave you yearning for more. This hearty casserole brings together tender chunks of succulent ham and velvety mashed potatoes, embraced by a luscious layer of melted cheese. It’s the ultimate comfort food—a mouthwatering transformation of your leftover Cheddar Ham and Mashed Potato Bake. Prepare it with ease as we reveal the secrets behind this irresistible dish. Get ready for a scrumptious journey that will elevate your leftovers to new heights!

Cheddar Ham and Mashed Potato Bake
Ingredients
- 3 cups leftover mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese divided
- 1 2.8 ounce package French fried onions, divided
- 1 ½ cups diced leftover cooked ham
- 1 10 ounce package frozen peas and carrots, thawed and drained
- 1 10.75 ounce can condensed cream of mushroom soup
- ¾ teaspoon dry mustard
- ½ teaspoon granulated garlic
- ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- aluminum foil
Instructions
- To begin the cooking process, adjust the oven temperature to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
- To prepare the dish, start by combining half of the Cheddar cheese and half of the onions with the mashed potatoes. This mixture will serve as the filling for your casserole. Next, spread the potato mixture evenly over the bottom and sides of a 2-quart casserole dish, forming a shell-like shape. This will create a delicious and savory base for your dish.
- To create this delicious dish, you will need to gather the following ingredients: diced ham, frozen peas and carrots, creamy mushroom soup, tangy mustard, minced garlic, and a sprinkle of black pepper. Start by combining all of these ingredients in a mixing bowl, making sure to mix them thoroughly for an even distribution of flavors.
- To bake the dish, place it in a preheated oven and let it cook for a duration of 45 minutes. Once the cooking time is complete, take the dish out of the oven and evenly sprinkle the remaining Cheddar cheese and onions over the surface. Return the dish to the oven, this time without a cover, and continue baking until the cheese has completely melted, which usually takes around 5 minutes. Afterward, carefully remove the dish from

