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Creamy Ham & Cheese Baked Potatoes

A rich Mexican‑style potato gratin layered with a silky cream‑cheese sauce, thin ham strips, crispy bacon and plenty of melty cheese. Perfect as a festive side for turkey, pork or any holiday feast.

MediumMexicanServes 6

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Source Video
47m
Prep
1h 25m
Cook
16m
Cleanup
2h 28m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$13.50
Total cost
$2.25
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Boil potatoes until just semi‑cooked
  • Blend sauce until completely smooth
  • Slice potatoes uniformly
  • Bake covered for 50 min then uncover to brown the cheese

Safety Warnings

  • Use oven mitts when handling hot baking dish
  • Allow the sauce to cool slightly before blending to prevent splatter
  • Ensure bacon is fully cooked to avoid undercooked pork

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