Craving a comforting and cheesy meal? Look no further than the classic cheesy ham penne casserole, a delightful dish that combines tender penne pasta, succulent ham, a creamy and flavorful cheese sauce, and a crispy golden brown topping. Whether you're hosting a family gathering, a casual potluck, or simply seeking a satisfying weeknight dinner, this versatile recipe is sure to please everyone at the table. With its creamy, cheesy goodness and the savory smokiness of the ham, this casserole offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey to create the ultimate cheesy ham penne casserole.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CHEESY HAM CASSEROLE
This easy cheesy ham casserole is the perfect way to use up your leftover ham and stretch it to feed a crowd!
Provided by Holly Nilsson
Categories Main Course
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Mix together topping ingredients, set aside.
- Cook shells al dente according to package directions. Drain well.
- Meanwhile, melt butter, flour and seasonings in a saucepan. Allow to cook 1 minute.
- Slowly add in cream and milk while whisking after each addition. The mixture will seem thick at first but will smooth out with each addition.
- Once all of the cream/milk is added, whisk while bringing to a boil over medium heat. Allow to boil 1 minute.
- Remove from heat and stir in 2 ½ cups cheddar, gruyere cheese, and parmesan until smooth.
- Mix cheese sauce with cooked pasta and ham and place in a 9x13 pan. Add topping and remaining ½ cup of cheese.
- Bake 22-26 minutes or until heated through and topping is browned. Cool 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 678 kcal, Carbohydrate 53 g, Protein 32 g, Fat 37 g, SaturatedFat 22 g, Cholesterol 126 mg, Sodium 865 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CHEESY HAM-PENNE CASSEROLE
Rotini pasta may be used in place of penne, prep time does not include cooking the pasta --- if desired sprinkle 1-2 cups grated cheddar cheese on the last 3 minutes of baking time --- this is *very* good!
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Penne
Time 1h5m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Set oven to 350 degrees F.
- Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
- Place the cooked penne and the ham into a large bowl; set aside.
- In a medium saucepan melt butter over medium heat.
- Add in mustard powder, black pepper, seasoned salt and cayenne pepper and onion, stir and cook for about 4 minutes.
- Add in garlic; cook stirring for 2 minutes.
- Add in flour and mix continously for 2 minutes.
- Slowly add in the cream and 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese; cook stirring over medium-low heat until bubbly.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in the cheddar cheese until completely melted.
- Pour the sauce over the cooked pasta and ham; toss until well combined.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle the top with about 1/3 cup or more Parmesan cheese.
- Cover and bake in a 350 degree F oven for about 45 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 836.8, Fat 51.4, SaturatedFat 29.4, Cholesterol 174.3, Sodium 655.6, Carbohydrate 54.7, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 1, Protein 40.3
PENNE CASSEROLE WITH HAM AND PEAS
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Spray a 3-quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray or lightly grease it with butter. Heat the oven to 350 F.
- In a large saucepan, cook the pasta in boiling salted water, following the package directions. Drain in a colander and rinse with hot water.
- In a saucepan or sauté pan, melt 4 tablespoons of the butter. Add the green onions, parsley, and garlic; cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the flour and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
- Stir in the milk and cook, stirring, until thickened. Add the ham and 2 cups of the shredded cheese. Cook, stirring, until the cheese is melted and the sauce is hot and bubbly.
- Add the drained pasta and peas to the sauce, mixing well and heating through.
- Spoon into the baking dish. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese.
- Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and toss with the breadcrumbs. Sprinkle over the shredded cheese layer.
- Bake for about 30 minutes, until crumbs are browned, and the casserole is hot and bubbly.
- Serve and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 541 kcal, Carbohydrate 44 g, Cholesterol 94 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Sodium 868 mg, Sugar 9 g, Fat 28 g, ServingSize 6 to 8 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
CHEESY HAM AND HASH BROWN CASSEROLE
I mostly use this as a breakfast casserole, but it's great anytime. May be served with or without diced ham. Quick and easy to make, not to mention delicious!
Provided by POOBOO
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Potatoes
Time 1h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix hash browns, ham, cream of potato soup, sour cream, and Cheddar cheese. Spread evenly into prepared dish. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Bake 1 hour in the preheated oven, or until bubbly and lightly brown. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 414.6 calories, Carbohydrate 29.7 g, Cholesterol 52.6 mg, Fat 27.2 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 14.4 g, SaturatedFat 14.7 g, Sodium 760.6 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
CHEESY HAM CASSEROLE
I've often increased this recipe for big family events. It's a hearty dish that goes over well with a couple of a crowd.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the cubed cheese, ham, soup, butter, onion and pepper. Transfer into a greased shallow 3-cup baking dish. , In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes and sour cream. Spread over ham mixture. Arrange cheese slices over top of potato mixture; sprinkle with bacon. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 467 calories, Fat 30g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 1789mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein.
HAM & CHEESE CASSEROLES
I got this recipe from my mother and love it because it's easy and I've usually got the ingredients on hand. It freezes well, so I can have an extra ham and cheese casserole handy for when guests show up. Everyone always likes it; there are never leftovers. -Jan Schoshke, Brookville, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 2 casseroles (8 servings each).
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine ham, soup, beans and milk. Drain pasta; pour over ham mixture and toss to coat. Transfer to 2 greased 13x9-in. baking dishes., Drizzle each with butter; sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes or until heated through. Freeze option: Cool unbaked casseroles; cover and freeze up to 3 months. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake, uncovered, 40--45 minutes or until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 470 calories, Fat 21g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 109mg cholesterol, Sodium 1786mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein.
CHEESY HAM & BROCCOLI PASTA BAKE
Bring together broccoli and ham in this Cheesy Ham & Broccoli Pasta Bake. We predict this ham and broccoli pasta bake will become a new family favorite.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 45m
Yield 8 servings, 1 cup each
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 325°F.
- Cook pasta in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt and adding broccoli to the boiling water for the last 2 min. of the pasta cooking time.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in large saucepan on low heat. Stir in flour; cook and stir 2 min. or until bubbly. Gradually stir in milk; bring to boil on medium heat, stirring constantly. Simmer on low heat 3 to 5 min. or until thickened, stirring constantly. Add cheeses; cook and stir 2 to 3 min. or until melted.
- Drain pasta mixture; return to pan. Stir in cheese sauce and ham; spoon into 2-qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray.
- Bake 20 min. or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 590 mg, Carbohydrate 35 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 5 g, Protein 21 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the final dish. Look for ripe vegetables, tender meat, and flavorful cheese.
- Cook the pasta al dente. Al dente pasta is slightly firm to the bite and will hold its shape well in the casserole. Overcooked pasta will become mushy and ruin the texture of the dish.
- Use a variety of cheeses. A combination of cheeses will create a more complex and flavorful sauce. Try using a combination of hard and soft cheeses, as well as cheeses with different flavors.
- Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make a cheesy ham penne casserole. Feel free to add your own favorite ingredients or seasonings.
Conclusion:
Cheesy ham penne casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its creamy sauce, tender pasta, and flavorful ham, this casserole is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner, give this cheesy ham penne casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!
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