Slow Cooker Amish Ham and Potato Casserole

Prep: 15 min | Cook: 6–8 hours (low) | Total: 6–8 hr 15 min | Servings: 6

This creamy, cheesy, and satisfying casserole is pure comfort food. Layers of tender potatoes, diced ham, and onions are blanketed in a smooth mushroom sauce and topped with melted cheddar cheese—all made effortlessly in your slow cooker.

Ingredients

• 1 lb cooked ham, diced

• 6 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced

• 1 medium onion, chopped

• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided

• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup

• ½ cup milk

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1 tbsp butter, cut into small pieces

Instructions

1. Layer the first half – In the bottom of a slow cooker, arrange half of the sliced potatoes, followed by half of the diced ham, half of the chopped onion, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese.

2. Repeat the layers – Add the remaining potatoes, ham, onion, and the remaining cheese (reserving about ½ cup of cheese for the final step, if desired).

3. Make the sauce – In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.

4. Assemble – Pour the soup mixture evenly over the layers, making sure it seeps down through the casserole. Dot the top with the small pieces of butter.

5. Cook – Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours, until the potatoes are fork‑tender.

6. Add the final touch – About 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the top. Cover and let the cheese melt completely.

7. Serve – Serve warm, scooping down through the layers.

Tips & Variations

• Cream of chicken soup can be substituted for cream of mushroom.

• Add vegetables – Toss in a cup of frozen peas or chopped broccoli with the second layer.

• Make it lighter – Use reduced‑fat soup, milk, and cheese.

• Leftovers – Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop.

Serving suggestions
This casserole is hearty enough to be a main dish, but it also shines alongside a simple green salad, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread.