Best 8 Quick Ham Macaroni Casserole Recipes

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Are you looking for a quick and easy meal that can feed the whole family? If so, then you need to try this quick ham macaroni casserole. This casserole is made with just a few simple ingredients, and it can be on the table in under an hour. Plus, it's a great way to use up leftover ham.

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

HAM AND MACARONI CASSEROLE



Ham and Macaroni Casserole image

A twist on traditional macaroni and cheese, this Ham and Macaroni Casserole is an easy casserole and is a great use for leftover ham.

Provided by Wendy O'Neal

Time 53m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ham, cubed
1 large onion, diced
1 pound elbow macaroni
8 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup sour cream
10 3/4 oz cream of chicken soup (1 can)
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 cup bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 F.
  • On stovetop, bring 4 qts of water to a boil. Add onion and macaroni; cook for 8 minutes or until al dente, stirring occasionally.
  • Drain and return to pot. Add ham, cheese, sour cream, and soup. Pour into a 13x9x2 inch baking dish. Sprinkle with bread crumbs and pour melted butter on top.
  • Bake at 400 F for 30 minutes or until heated and golden. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1

QUICK HAM & MACARONI CASSEROLE



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This is one of those recipes that I made up on my way home from work one night when I didn't have anything planned for supper.

Provided by Mysterygirl

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 package macaroni and cheese mix
1 package frozen broccoli
1 can cream of mushroom soup
2 cups ham, diced

Steps:

  • Follow directions on Macaroni and cheese Box.
  • Add Broccoli to boiling Macaroni when timer is the same as Broccoli cook time.
  • Drain.
  • Add cheese mix to noodles& broccoli.
  • Then add ham and soup.
  • Heat through and serve.

IRENE STEWART'S HAM & MACARONI CASSEROLE



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This recipe is from the archives of Pioneer Lodge, a Seniors residence. This is an easy recipe, quick to put together and then just bake it. Serve with a salad.

Provided by Pioneer

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup macaroni, cooked
1 can cream of mushroom soup
2/3 cup milk
1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup ham, cubed
3/4 cup corn flake crumbs

Steps:

  • Heat together the soup, milk, cheddar cheese, celery salt, and Worcestershire sauce until bubbly, stirring frequently.
  • Add ham.
  • Add mixture to cooked macaroni. Pour into a 2 quart greased casserole dish.
  • Top with cornflake crumbs.
  • Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 45 minutes.

CHEESY MACARONI WITH HAM



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Enjoy this cheesy pasta that's made with ham and tomatoes and topped with bread crumbs - a tasty Italian dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

11/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni (8 oz)
1/4 cup butter or margarine
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
2 cups milk
11/2 cups chopped cooked ham
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
1 cup soft bread crumbs (about 1 1/2 slices bread)
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook and drain macaroni as directed on package, using minimum cook time.
  • Meanwhile, in 3-quart saucepan, melt 1/4 cup butter over medium-high heat. Cook garlic in butter, stirring frequently, until golden. Reduce heat to medium. Stir in flour, salt, mustard and red pepper. Cook and stir until mixture is smooth and bubbly. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly, until mixture boils and thickens, about 5 minutes. Gently stir in ham, tomatoes and cooked macaroni.
  • Remove from heat; stir in cheese until melted. Spoon into baking dish. In small bowl, mix bread crumbs and melted butter; sprinkle over macaroni.
  • Bake uncovered 20 minutes or until browned and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525, Carbohydrate 43 g, Fat 4, Fiber 2 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1063 mg

CREAMY HAM 'N' MACARONI



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The original comfort food, macaroni and cheese gets a makeover with the addition of cubed ham and grated Parmesan. Kids will love it! -Christy Looper, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups 2% milk
4 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and set aside. In a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat; whisk in flour until smooth. Whisk in the milk, bouillon and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Stir in 1 cup cheddar cheese, ham, Parmesan cheese and macaroni., Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheddar cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° until bubbly, 20-25 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434 calories, Fat 26g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 93mg cholesterol, Sodium 1414mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

CHEESY HAM MACARONI



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I'm often asked to bring this comforting casserole to potluck dinners, and it's a favorite of my family's, too. The rich and creamy easy-to-fix dish is a great way to use leftover baked ham. -Molly Seidel, Edgewood, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (8 ounces) elbow macaroni
6 tablespoons butter, divided
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
2 cups whole milk
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
1/2 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers (about 11 crackers)
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Cook the macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile in large saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Reduce heat. Add the cheese; cook and stir until melted. Stir in the ham, mushrooms and pimientos. Drain macaroni; stir into ham mixture., Transfer to a greased shallow 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with cracker crumbs; dot with remaining butter. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through and bubbly. Sprinkle with parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420 calories, Fat 24g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 80mg cholesterol, Sodium 983mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

DELUXE HAM CASSEROLE



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This is as good as comfort food gets. My family would have this every night of the week if I let them!

Provided by Extropian

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Ham

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups elbow macaroni
cooking spray
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup cubed ham
1 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup
1 cup frozen peas
1 cup milk
½ cup sour cream
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 (6 ounce) can French-fried onions, crushed

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Stir in the macaroni. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ham and onion in melted butter until onion is tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir garlic into ham mixture and cook for about 2 minutes more; remove skillet from heat.
  • Mix cooked pasta, Cheddar cheese, cream of celery soup, peas, milk, sour cream, onion powder, and garlic powder into the ham mixture until well mixed.
  • Transfer pasta mixture to the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, about 25 minutes. Sprinkle French-fried onions atop casserole and bake until golden, about 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 548.1 calories, Carbohydrate 48.5 g, Cholesterol 55.9 mg, Fat 30.5 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 18.6 g, SaturatedFat 13.8 g, Sodium 916 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

CREAMY MACARONI & HAM CASSEROLE



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Jazz up your mac and cheese with Creamy Macaroni & Ham Casserole! Italian seasoning and garlic powder add the pizzazz to this mac and cheese-ham casserole.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pkg. (7-1/4 oz.) KRAFT Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
6 slices OSCAR MAYER Smoked Ham, chopped
1 pkg. (9 oz.) frozen peas and pearl onions, thawed
3/4 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Cheddar Cheese
3/4 cup fat-free milk
1/3 cup MIRACLE WHIP Light Dressing
1/2 tsp. dried Italian seasoning
1/2 cup fresh whole wheat bread crumbs
1/4 tsp. garlic powder

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F.
  • Prepare Dinner in large saucepan as directed on package, using the Light Prep directions. Add all remaining ingredients except bread crumbs and garlic powder; mix lightly.
  • Spoon into 1-1/2-qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray; top with remaining ingredients. Spray lightly with cooking spray.
  • Bake 20 min. or until bread crumbs are toasted and casserole is heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 630 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 12 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh vegetables, flavorful cheese, and tender ham will make a big difference in the final dish.
  • Don't overcook the macaroni: Cook it just until it is al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. Overcooked macaroni will make the casserole mushy.
  • Use a variety of cheeses: A combination of sharp cheddar, mild cheddar, and Parmesan cheese will give the casserole a rich and complex flavor.
  • Season the casserole well: Be sure to add plenty of salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste. You can also add other spices, such as paprika, oregano, or thyme, to taste.
  • Make sure the casserole is cooked through: Bake it for at least 30 minutes, or until the macaroni is tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Let the casserole rest before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld and the casserole to set up. Let it rest for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

Ham macaroni casserole is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a hit with the family. With its creamy, cheesy sauce, tender macaroni, and flavorful ham, it's a dish that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give ham macaroni casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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