Leftover Ham with Pasta and Broccoli Casserole
Transform your holiday leftovers into a comforting, flavor-packed dish with this Leftover Ham with Pasta and Broccoli Casserole. Perfect for repurposing diced cooked ham, this hearty recipe combines tender pasta and fresh broccoli florets with a creamy, homemade cheddar-Parmesan cheese sauce. A crisp breadcrumb topping (optional but highly recommended) adds the perfect golden crunch to every forkful. Ready in under an hour, this easy casserole is an excellent weeknight dinner idea or meal prep favorite, blending convenience with crowd-pleasing taste. Whether you're tackling post-holiday ham or just craving a cozy baked pasta, this family-friendly dish will not disappoint!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups (diced) cooked ham
- 12 ounces pasta (penne, rotini, or similar)
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2.5 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoons (adjust to taste) salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cups breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter (optional, for breadcrumbs)
- 1 for greasing dish cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. In the last 2 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli florets to the boiling water. Drain both the pasta and broccoli, and set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, whisk in the flour to form a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture is golden.
Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
Remove the sauce from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, broccoli, diced ham, and cheese sauce. Mix until everything is evenly coated.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish, spreading it into an even layer.
If using breadcrumbs, toss them with olive oil or melted butter in a small bowl, then sprinkle evenly over the casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and the top is golden brown.
Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm and enjoy your delicious leftover ham casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
624 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.4 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.7 g | 103% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 131 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 1677 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.9 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.8 g | ||
| Protein | 41.3 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 574 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 416 mg | 9% | |
*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.
