Ham and Three Cheese Noodles
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy and satisfying Ham and Three Cheese Noodles recipe. Featuring tender egg noodles coated in a rich, velvety cheese sauce made from a trio of cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan, this dish is elevated with savory bites of diced cooked ham and a touch of aromatic garlic powder. A simple roux of butter and flour forms the base for a luscious sauce, perfectly balanced with milk and heavy cream. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-pot wonder is easy to prepare and delivers restaurant-quality flavor in every bite. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, this hearty, cheesy pasta dish makes an excellent weeknight dinner or potluck favorite. Keywords: ham and cheese pasta, three cheese noodles, easy comfort food, creamy pasta recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz egg noodles
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups diced cooked ham
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden, forming a roux.
Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, ensuring there are no lumps. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens slightly.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses. Mix until the cheeses are fully melted and the sauce is creamy.
Add the diced ham, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder to the cheese sauce. Stir to combine and heat the ham through, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the cooked egg noodles to the skillet and toss until the noodles are fully coated in the sauce and evenly mixed.
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the mixture to a serving dish. Sprinkle with chopped parsley for garnish.
Serve warm and enjoy this comforting Ham and Three Cheese Noodles dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3618 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 237.4 g | 304% | |
| Saturated Fat | 135.3 g | 676% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 968 mg | 323% | |
| Sodium | 10495 mg | 456% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 143.0 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.1 g | ||
| Protein | 206.3 g | 413% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 2765 mg | 213% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 2189 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
