Skinny Bride's Guide To Ham And Potato Casserole

Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins Preparation Time: 45 mins Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients

• 4 cups red potatoes, unpeeled and cubed
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1 1/4 cups skim milk
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise (i like kraft free)
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 cups cubed cooked ham

Recipe

• 1 place potatoes in 2-quart saucepan; add enough water just to cover potatoes. heat to boiling. reduce heat to medium-low; cook uncovered 8 to 10 minutes or until tender. drain.
• 2 heat oven to 350°f in 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. add bell pepper and onion; cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender.
• 3 meanwhile, in small bowl, mix milk and flour with wire whisk until well blended. stir into vegetables in skillet. heat to boiling. reduce heat; cook uncovered 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until thickened. stir in mayonnaise, pepper and cheese; stir until cheese is melted.
• 4 place ham and potatoes in ungreased 2-quart casserole. pour milk mixture over ham mixture; stir to mix. bake uncovered 25 to 30 minutes or until bubbly and light golden brown on top.