Leftover Ham Casserole
Transform your holiday leftovers into comfort food magic with this creamy and satisfying Leftover Ham Casserole! Packed with tender pasta, smoky diced ham, sweet pops of peas, and a velvety cheddar-parmesan cheese sauce, this hearty dish is crowned with a golden, crunchy panko breadcrumb topping. Perfect for busy weeknights, it requires just 15 minutes of prep and makes for an easy, family-friendly dinner that tastes like a labor of love. Not only is it a practical way to use up leftover ham, but it also offers a versatile, freezer-friendly option for meal planning. Serve it with a fresh green salad or crusty bread to complete this warm and cozy meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked pasta (elbow macaroni or penne)
- 2 cups leftover ham, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to create a roux.
Slowly whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, diced ham, frozen peas, and cheese sauce. Mix until everything is evenly coated.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with olive oil. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious leftover ham casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3679 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 170.4 g | 218% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.0 g | 465% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 600 mg | 200% | |
| Sodium | 8582 mg | 373% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 309.3 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.4 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.3 g | ||
| Protein | 228.9 g | 458% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.7 mcg | 33% | |
| Calcium | 3227 mg | 248% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 2606 mg | 55% | |
*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.
