SCALLOPED POTATOES WITH HAM

• 6 T. butter, divided

• 1/4 cup flour

• 1 tsp. dried parsley

• 1 tsp. salt

• 1/2 tsp. thyme

• 3 cups milk

• 6 cups thinly sliced peeled potatoes

• 1 1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham

• 1 small onion, sliced thin

In a saucepan, melt 4 T. butter. Stir in flour, parsley, salt, and thyme until smooth. Gradually add milk, bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes.

Combine potatoes, ham, and onion. Place half in a greased 2 1/2 quart baking dish. Top with half of the sauce; repeat layers. Cover and bake at 375 degrees for 65-75 minutes or until potatoes are almost tender. Dot with remaining butter. Bake, uncovered, 15-20 minutes longer or until potatoes are tender. Yield: 4 servings.