6-8 large russet potatoes, peeled and sliced
1 c ham cubes
4 T butter
¼ c flour
2 c milk
salt and pepper to taste
Generously grease a 2 quart casserole dish. Place potatoes and ham in dish in layers. In a small saucepan, melt butter then stir in flour. Cook briefly until foamy. Add milk, salt, and pepper and heat gently, stirring often, until thickened. Pour white sauce over potatoes and gently lift to mix. Bake at 350 degrees until potatoes are fork-tender, 60-75 minutes.