Smoked Ham Salad On Gruyere Potato Coins Food

SMOKED HAM, GRUYERE AND CARAMELIZED ONION FRITTATA

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400˚. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, heavy cream, gruyere, a big pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper until foamy.
• Melt the butter in a 10-inch cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and the potatoes and cook, stirring, until the onion is translucent and the potatoes are fork-tender, about 12 minutes. Pour the egg mixture over the top. Pull the edges away from the sides of the pan with a rubber spatula so the eggs flow to the bottom of the pan. Cook until the frittata is half set, 2 to 3 minutes, then sprinkle in the ham.
• Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake until the frittata is puffed and golden, 10 to 12 minutes. Sprinkle with the Parmigiano-Reggiano and chives and serve with sour cream.

STUFFED POTATOES WITH HAM, THYME, AND GRUYERE

Steps:

• Rub potatoes with a drizzle of oil and pierce skins with the tines of a fork. Microwave on high 12 minutes or until tender.
• While the potatoes cook in the microwave, heat a small skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil and saute chopped shallots 2 to 3 minutes or until bits are just tender. Set aside.
• Cool potatoes for 5 minutes, split potatoes down the center, and scrape flesh into a bowl. Set skins aside on a non-stick baking sheet. Preheat broiler to high with oven rack 6-inches from the heat source.
• To the cooked potato in the mixing bowl, add shallots, ham strips, grated cheese, butter, milk or half-and-half, thyme, and season with salt and pepper. Mash mixture with a potato masher or dinner fork until mixture is combined, but not entirely lump-free.
• Scoop mixture in even amounts into skins and broil 2 or 3 minutes to lightly brown stuffed potatoes on top. Serve the halves of stuffed potatoes with salad, dark bread, and butter.
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SCALLOPED POTATOES AND SMOKED HAM

Steps:

• Heat oven to 350°. Spray 1 1/2-quart casserole with nonstick cooking spray. Melt margarine in 1 1/2-quart saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour, mustard, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, until margarine is absorbed. Gradually stir in milk. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute.
• Layer one-third of the potatoes, half of the ham, half of the onion and one-third of the sauce in casserole; repeat. Top with remaining potatoes and sauce. Cover and bake 30 minutes. Uncover and bake about 40 minutes longer or until potatoes are tender. Let stand 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

GERMAN POTATO SALAD WITH CHOPPED HAM

Steps:

• Cook potatoes in boiling salted water until just tender, about 20 minutes.
• While potatoes are cooking, heat pan over medium heat and add oil. When oil is hot, add sliced ham and cook until lightly browned with crispy, golden edges, about 5 minutes.
• Drain potatoes and allow to cool slightly. While still warm, gently mix potatoes in large bowl with all other ingredients. Taste for seasoning.

HAM 'N' CHEESE POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain., Meanwhile, in a large salad bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, mustard, celery seed, salt and pepper; mix well. Cut potatoes into cubes. Add to mayonnaise mixture and toss to coat. Add remaining ingredients; mix well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

HAM AND SMOKED GOUDA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions; rinse in cold water; drain.
• In a small bowl, mix together the mayo, honey and mustard.
• In a serving bowl, add the pasta, ham, celery, and cheese; stir to combine.
• Add the dressing mixture; toss to coat.
• Season with salt and pepper if desired.
• Serve now or chill and serve later.