Best 7 Asparagus And Ham Casserole Cooking Light Recipes

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If you're looking for a delectable and easy-to-make casserole dish, look no further than the asparagus and ham casserole. This classic recipe combines the delicate flavors of asparagus and ham in a creamy sauce, topped with a golden crust. The asparagus adds a fresh and bright flavor to the dish, while the ham provides a savory smokiness. Whether you are looking for a hearty breakfast, a light lunch, or a comforting dinner, this asparagus and ham casserole will surely satisfy your cravings.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HAM & ASPARAGUS CASSEROLE



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"I love to try out new recipes on my family. I'm always looking for ways to incorporate some of my favorite vegetables in with my main dishes, and this one was a success!" Rachel Kowasic - Connellsville, PA

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3-3/4 cups uncooked yolk-free whole wheat noodles
2-1/2 cups cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon reduced-fat butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup fat-free milk
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked lean ham
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/3 cup french-fried onions
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add asparagus. Cover and cook for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain and set aside., In a large skillet, saute the chopped onion in butter until tender. Combine the flour, thyme and pepper; gradually whisk in milk and broth until smooth. Add milk mixture to the skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in lemon juice., Drain noodles; add the ham, parsley, sauce and asparagus. Transfer to a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with fried onions and cheese., Cover and bake at 350° for 20 minutes or until bubbly. Uncover and bake 5-10 minutes longer or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 946mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ASPARAGUS AND HAM CASSEROLE



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I created this casserole one day while trying to find a good recipe for leftover ham. Instead of resorting to scalloped potatoes and ham, or ham and noodles, I tried asparagus. Everyone liked it so well, I've made it ever since.-Helen Ostronic, Omaha, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
3 cups cooked rice
1 cup finely chopped celery
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon-pepper seasoning
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 3 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain well. , In a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish, combine the asparagus, ham, rice, celery and lemon-pepper; set aside. In a large saucepan, combine soup and broth; add cheese. Cook and stir over medium heat until cheese is melted. Pour over ham mixture. , Combine crumbs and butter; sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 1113mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

ASPARAGUS-AND-HAM CASSEROLE (COOKING LIGHT)



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From cooking light. I never know how to use aspargus. This is a good way. Each serving is abuot 250 calories A serving is 1 cup

Provided by seesko

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 slice white bread (1-ounce)
3 3/4 cups uncooked extra-wide egg noodles
2 1/2 cups sliced asparagus (1 1/2-inch)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup whole milk
1 cup reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
1 tablespoon butter
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 cups cubed ham (1/2-inch)
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons grated fresh parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°.
  • Place bread in a food processor, and pulse 10 times or until coarse crumbs form to measure 1/2 cup.
  • Cook pasta in boiling water 7 minutes, omitting salt and fat. Add asparagus; cook 1 minute. Drain.
  • Lightly spoon the flour into a dry measuring cup, and level with a knife. Place flour, thyme, salt, and pepper in medium bowl; gradually add milk and broth, stirring with a whisk until well-blended. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion; saute 4 minutes. Add milk mixture; cook until thick (about 4 minutes), stirring constantly. Remove from heat, and stir in juice. Combine the pasta mixture, milk mixture, ham, and parsley in large bowl; spoon into a 2-quart casserole. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs and cheese.
  • Bake at 450° for 10 minutes or until filling is bubbly and topping is golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.3, Fat 5.3, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 30.9, Sodium 204.1, Carbohydrate 30.5, Fiber 3, Sugar 4.7, Protein 8.4

HAM AND ASPARAGUS CASSEROLE



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Oh my, it's like pot pie! A tender biscuit layer tops a creamy filling of a tasty ham and asparagus duo.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups 1-inch pieces asparagus
1 1/2 cups diced fully cooked ham
1/2 cup milk
1 can (10 3/4 ounces) condensed cream of asparagus soup
1 cup shredded Italian-style cheese blend (4 ounces)
1 cup Original Bisquick™ mix
3/4 cup milk

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Heat asparagus, ham, milk, soup and 3/4 cup of the cheese to boiling in 3-quart saucepan, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute. Spread in ungreased 2-quart casserole.
  • Stir Bisquick mix, milk and remaining 1/4 cup cheese in small bowl until blended. Pour evenly over ham mixture.
  • Bake uncovered about 30 minutes or until golden brown and toothpick inserted in biscuit layer comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1290 mg

CHEESY HAM AND ASPARAGUS BAKE



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Even if you think you don't like asparagus you have to try this. It is a wonderfully easy quiche-like casserole to throw together for breakfast. This can be prepared the night before, covered, and put in the refrigerator overnight. Just be sure to allow extra cook time.

Provided by bettina

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ cups chopped cooked ham
½ cup chopped onion
¼ cup chopped red bell peppers
1 (10 ounce) package frozen cut asparagus, thawed
8 eggs
2 cups milk
1 cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¾ teaspoon dried tarragon
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Mix the ham, onion, red bell peppers, and asparagus in the prepared baking dish. In a large bowl, beat together the eggs, milk, flour, Parmesan, tarragon, salt, and pepper. Pour over the ham mixture.
  • Bake 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Sprinkle with Cheddar cheese. Continue baking 3 to 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted. Let stand 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201.4 calories, Carbohydrate 12.1 g, Cholesterol 148.1 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 13.4 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 535.9 mg, Sugar 3 g

HAM & ASPARAGUS CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Ham & Asparagus Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by 4-H Mom

Categories     Ham

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (10 ounce) package frozen cut asparagus, thawed and drained
4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
1 cup cubed cooked ham
1/4 cup shredded American cheese
2 tablespoons chopped green peppers
2 tablespoons chopped onions
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup light cream
1 cup condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 cup breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • In a greased 2 1/2 quart baking dish, combine asparagus, eggs and ham.
  • Add cheese, green pepper, onion and parsley, mix gently.
  • In a small bowl, blend lemon juice, cream and soup, add to casserole and mix well.
  • Combine bread crumbs, and 2 tablespoons butter, sprinkle over casserole.
  • Bake for 25 minutes.
  • Let stand a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.4, Fat 18.5, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 185.5, Sodium 504.3, Carbohydrate 19.5, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 2.9, Protein 15.1

CLASSY HAM CASSEROLE



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This is a classy casserole.

Provided by JCC

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Ham

Time 55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
1 (16 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
1 bunch asparagus, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 cups fully cooked ham cubes
1 sweet onion, diced
¾ cup mayonnaise
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes; drain.
  • Mix macaroni, 3/4 of the Cheddar cheese, asparagus, ham, onion, and mayonnaise in a bowl to coat pasta and vegetables in mayonnaise; season with salt and pepper. Spread the macaroni mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish. Layer remaining Cheddar cheese over the macaroni mixture; top with bread crumbs.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the breadcrumbs are golden brown, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 491.2 calories, Carbohydrate 37.9 g, Cholesterol 57 mg, Fat 28.6 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 20.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 681.1 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked ham or bacon.
  • If you don't have fresh asparagus, you can use frozen asparagus. Just thaw it before using.
  • To make the casserole even more cheesy, add a layer of shredded cheese to the top before baking.
  • If you like a crispy topping, sprinkle some bread crumbs or crushed crackers on top of the casserole before baking.
  • Serve the casserole with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.

Conclusion:

Asparagus and ham casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover ham. With its creamy sauce, tender asparagus, and flavorful ham, this casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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