Best 7 Asparagus And Ham Casserole Cooking Light Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our Asparagus and Ham Casserole, a delectable dish that combines the freshest asparagus spears, tender ham, and a creamy sauce, all baked to perfection. This springtime delight is a symphony of flavors and textures, offering a delightful contrast between the crisp asparagus, savory ham, and rich sauce. It's a perfect choice for a light yet satisfying meal, and its vibrant green hue makes it a feast for the eyes as well. But that's not all! Our collection also features other tantalizing recipes that are sure to tantalize your taste buds. From the classic Asparagus Casserole with its cheesy goodness to the innovative Asparagus and Shrimp Stir-Fry, there's something for every palate. Discover the versatility of asparagus as we guide you through a culinary adventure that showcases its diverse culinary applications.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

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.

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

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

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

ASPARAGUS CASSEROLE



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Two bunches fresh asparagus
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
Pinch salt
5 ounces Cheddar, grated
4 hard-boiled eggs
1/2 cup saltine cracker crumbs (about 10 crackers)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Add the asparagus to a large pot of boiling water, keeping the bundles together with rubber bands or string. Cook for a couple of minutes; the asparagus should be bright green and still crunchy. List the bundles out of the water and slice off the tough ends of the asparagus. Drop the trimmed ends back in the boiling water and lower to a simmer.
  • Run the asparagus tops under cold water to stop the cooking.
  • Melt the butter in a medium saucepan. Whisk in the flour to make a roux. Cook for 1 minute, then whisk in the milk and 1 cup of the asparagus cooking liquid. Add the salt and continue cooking until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes. Add the grated Cheddar and cook, stirring, until melted, about 1 minute.
  • Arrange the asparagus in the bottom of a 9-by-12-by-2-inch baking dish, alternating the stem ends so each serving includes both heads and stems. Thinly slice the hard-boiled eggs and arrange them over the asparagus. Pour the cheese sauce over the eggs and asparagus and sprinkle with the cracker crumbs. Bake until lightly browned and bubbles appear around the edges, about 20 minutes.

HAM AND ASPARAGUS CASSEROLE



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Great way to use up leftover rice--I modified a recipe I found on the web and ended up with a real winner. Also great the next morning with scrambled eggs. I have a feeling that the right combination of seasonings could replace the cream of celery soup--let me know if you figure it out!

Provided by Marla Swoffer

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb asparagus, tough ends trimmed
2 cups cooked rice
8 ounces ham (deli or packaged lunch meat works well)
1 cup chicken stock
1 (10 ounce) can cream of celery soup
1 cup cheddar cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 and grease a rectangular casserole dish.
  • Chop asparagus and ham into bite-size pieces.
  • Combine rice, asparagus and ham in casserole dish.
  • Combine soup and stock and pour over casserole.
  • Bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes (test asparagus for preferred texture--I like mine a little crisp).
  • Sprinkle cheese on top and bake until melted.

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

Tips:

  • Choose Fresh Asparagus: Select asparagus spears that are bright green, firm, and have tightly closed tips. Avoid woody or limp spears.
  • Trim Asparagus Properly: Cut off the tough ends of the asparagus spears. You can do this by bending the spears until they snap naturally. Alternatively, use a sharp knife to cut off about 1-2 inches from the bottom.
  • Prepare Ham Wisely: If using deli ham, slice it into thin strips. If using leftover ham, make sure to remove any fat or gristle.
  • Create a Flavorful Sauce: The sauce in this casserole is made with a combination of cream of celery soup, milk, and Dijon mustard. Feel free to adjust the measurements to achieve your desired flavor balance.
  • Don't Overcook the Casserole: Asparagus cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. The casserole should be baked for just long enough to heat the ingredients through and slightly brown the top.

Conclusion:

This asparagus and ham casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of asparagus, ham, and cheese creates a flavorful and satisfying casserole that is sure to please the whole family. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that is both delicious and nutritious. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy casserole recipe, give this asparagus and ham casserole a try.

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