Cheesey Potato Broccoli Ham Bake

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400°F.

Step 2

Spray full-size shallow hotel pan with pan release or use pan liner.

Step 3

To make sauce; melt butter in sauce pan. Add flour a little at a time, mixing well. Heat until mixture begins to bubble. Reduce heat to medium-low. Slowly whisk in milk and add soup. Season with salt and pepper. Heat mixture until it reaches a boil and then remove from heat.

Step 4

In a large bowl, mix the broccoli with the hash browns, diced ham, and red peppers, and 4 oz. of the shredded cheese. Pour the cheese sauce over the top and mix thoroughly. Transfer mixture into the prepared pan and cover.

Step 5

Bake for 50-55 minutes until mixture reaches 165°F. Remove from oven and top with the remaining shredded cheese. Return to oven uncovered until cheese is melted and bubbling.

Step 6

Cut pan 5x5 for 25 slices and serve immediately. *CCP: Hold at 135°F or higher for hot service.