Prick potatoes with a fork and microwave on high for 12 – 15 minutes turning once. Be sure potatoes are cooked through. Let cool before handling

Cut potatoes and scrape out insides into a bowl and mash with a fork and set aside.

Melt Butter in a pan over medium heat

Add flour and whisk until smooth and golden

Whisk in 4 cups of milk and cook until thickened whisking continually

Stir in potatoes and add about 1 tsp salt and pepper

Whisk in ranch dip and ham pieces

Add milk until desired thickness and texture

Serve with chives and/or ham on top