Leftover Ham Casserole I Ham and Pasta Casserole I How to make Ham Casserole

Ingredients

• 2 cups Elbow Macaroni (uncooked, short pasta shape)
• 0.5 cup Milk (whole or 2% milk)
• 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup (approximately 10.5 oz, golden mushroom variety preferred)
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (melted)
• 1.5 cups Cooked Ham (cubed, leftover ham from freezer)
• 2 tablespoons Onion (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Garlic (minced, about 1 clove)
• 2 cups Cheddar Cheese (shredded, sharp or medium)
• 1 spray Cooking Spray (light coating for baking dish)
• to taste Salt (optional, ham and soup are already salty)
• to taste Black Pepper (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

   Set the oven to 350°F and let it preheat while you prepare the casserole.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 350°F

2. Cook Pasta

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add the macaroni and cook until al dente (about 8‑10 minutes). Drain in a colander and set aside.

   Time: PT10M

3. Make Sauce Base

   In the mixing bowl combine melted butter, milk, cream of mushroom soup, minced onion, and minced garlic. Stir until smooth.

   Time: PT5M

4. Add Ham and Pasta

   Fold the cubed ham and cooked pasta into the sauce, mixing until everything is evenly coated.

   Time: PT3M

5. Incorporate First Cheese Layer

   Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until it melts into the mixture.

   Time: PT2M

6. Prepare Baking Dish

   Lightly spray the 9‑by‑13‑inch baking dish with cooking spray, then transfer the casserole mixture into the dish, spreading it evenly.

   Time: PT3M

7. Add Top Cheese Layer

   Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.

   Time: PT2M

8. Bake Casserole

   Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30‑35 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and lightly browned.

   Time: PT35M

   Temperature: 350°F

9. Rest Before Serving

   Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving to set the sauce.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

400

Protein

20 g

Carbohydrates

35 g

Fat

18 g

Fiber

2 g