Air-Fryer Cheese & Ham Potato Bake

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Air-Fryer Cheese & Ham Potato Bake

Some nights you just want proper comfort food without spending a fortune. This bake uses a few everyday ingredients to create a creamy, cheesy dinner that's filling, satisfying and perfectly portioned for one. Think of it as somewhere between a dauphinoise potato and a toasted ham and cheese sandwich.

Air-Fryer Cheese & Ham Potato Bake
Air-Fryer Cheese & Ham Potato Bake preparation stage

You’ll Need

Main
250g potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
80g cooked ham, diced
40g mature cheddar, grated
20g mozzarella, grated
60ml double cream
30ml semi-skimmed milk
1 clove garlic, finely sliced
½ tsp Dijon mustard
½ tsp dried thyme
Salt and black pepper

Optional but Dangerous
Crispy bacon pieces
Parmesan
Spring onion
Chilli flakes
Garlic bread

Method

Preheat your air fryer to 180°C.

In a small jug, mix together the double cream, milk, Dijon mustard, thyme, salt and black pepper.

Lightly grease a small ovenproof dish.

Layer half of the sliced potatoes into the dish.

Scatter over half of the ham, half of the garlic and half of the cheddar.

Repeat with the remaining potatoes, ham and garlic.

Pour the cream mixture evenly over the potatoes.

Top with the remaining cheddar and the mozzarella.

Air fry for 22–25 minutes, until the potatoes are tender and the top is bubbling and golden.

Leave to stand for 3 minutes before serving.

Lad Tip: Thinly sliced potatoes are the secret here. Slice them as evenly as you can so they all cook at the same rate. It gives you a creamy centre with a beautifully golden cheesy top every single time.

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