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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.
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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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