Ham and Green Bean Casserole

1/4 C. butter
2 Tbsp. butter
1/4 C. flour
2 C. milk
1 C. American cheese, grated
4 medium potatoes, cooked and sliced
1 qt. green beans
3 C. ham, cooked and diced
1 C. bread crumbs
2 Tbsp. butter

1. Melt butter.
2. Stir in flour.
3. Add milk, stirring until thick.
4. Add cheese, stirring until melted.
5. Arrange potatoes in greased 2 1/2 qt. casserole.
6. Cover with beans.
7. Pour cheese sauce over beans.
8. Add ham and remaining sauce.
9. Melt 2 Tbsp. butter.
10.Mix with crumbs.
11.Sprinkle over casserole.
12.Bake at 350º for 35 minutes.