Easter Leftovers - Creamy Ham Casserole

'Tis the season for ham casserole, yes?  Well here's mine and it was super yummy!  Hope you still have enough ham leftover for this one!

Creamy Ham Casserole

2 cups diced ham

4 yellow potatoes (medium-ish)

1/2 bag frozen peas

1/4 cup butter

1/3 cup flour

1 3/4 cup milk

1/4 cup Miracle Whip (you could probably use mayo, but it will taste a little different)

1/2 tsp onion powder

salt & pepper to taste

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

2-3 Tbsp. panko bread crumbs (you can use regular, but panko are far better!)

Set oven to preheat at 350 degrees.  Mix together ham, peas and potatoes, set aside.  Melt butter in saucepan.  Whisk most of the flour in, until it becomes a thick paste.  Whisk in 3/4 cup milk, then add the rest of the flour.  Whisk in the rest of the milk, then the Miracle Whip and seasonings, and cook an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce begins to thicken.  Stir into ham mixture and pour into baking dish.  Top with cheese and panko.  Bake covered for 25 minutes, then bake uncovered for another 10-15 minutes, until cheese is melted and sauce is bubbly.

Enjoy!