Nordic Ham and Potato Bake (Kinkkukiusaus)

Published: 7/31/2026

A cream-based Finnish casserole made with julienned potatoes and smoked ham. The ultimate one-pan comfort food for busy weeknights.

Ingredients (6 servings)

• 2 lbs (900 g) frozen julienne-cut or shoestring potatoes
• 10 oz (285 g) smoked ham, cut into thin strips
• 2 cups (480 ml) heavy cream
• 1 tsp (6 g) salt
• 1/2 tsp (1 g) black pepper
• 1 tsp (2 g) dried marjoram (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large greased baking dish, layer half of the potatoes, followed by all the ham strips, and then the remaining potatoes.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, salt, pepper, and marjoram.
4. Pour the cream mixture evenly over the potatoes and ham.
5. Bake for 45–60 minutes until the potatoes are tender and the cream has thickened.
6. The dish is ready when the top is a deep golden brown and the internal temperature reaches approximately 160°F (71°C).
7. Serve with pickled beets and crisp rye bread, as is traditional in Finland.

Pro Tips

• Keep the Structure: Avoid using shredded hash browns, as they will become too soft. Julienne-cut or shoestring frozen potatoes maintain their structural integrity after absorbing the cream.

See Also

• Classic Beef Stroganoff (Finnish Style)
• Creamy Chicken & Potato Casserole (Nordic Bake)
• Creamy Nordic Chicken Fricassée (Kanaviillokki)

Categories: mains, comfort-food