Ham and Cabbage Casserole

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 9x13-inch baking dish. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Spread the chopped ham evenly on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Place hash browns on a microwave-safe plate and microwave on high power for 1 minute and 30 seconds. The potatoes should be thawed and slightly warm, but not cooked through. Set aside. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 15 mins Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and cook until they begin to turn translucent, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add the chopped cabbage and continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the cabbage wilts slightly but remains crisp, about 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in the shredded carrots and microwaved hash browns. Transfer the mixture to the baking dish, spreading it evenly over the ham. (15 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Wipe out the skillet and melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. In a small bowl, combine the flour, salt, dry mustard, and white pepper. Sprinkle the flour mixture over the melted butter and stir constantly until well combined and bubbly, about 3 minutes. Allow to bubble for 1 minute, stirring continuously. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Gradually pour in the milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Cook, stirring, until the mixture comes to a boil and thickens, about 3 to 5 minutes. If the sauce becomes too thick, stir in an additional 3 to 4 tablespoons of milk to reach the desired consistency. Remove from heat. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Add half of the grated Cheddar cheese to the sauce and stir until melted. Add the remaining half of the cheese and repeat until fully incorporated. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the casserole in the baking dish. Top with the crumbled bacon and cracker crumbs. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 35 mins Bake in the preheated oven until the top is bubbly and golden brown, about 30 to 35 minutes. Let cool slightly before serving. (35 minutes)