Best 6 Baked Ham And Cheese Rice Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our exquisite Baked Ham and Cheese Rice Casserole. This classic comfort food combines the savory flavors of ham, melted cheese, and fluffy rice, creating a hearty and delectable dish that will tantalize your taste buds. With a crispy golden crust and a creamy, flavorful center, this casserole is perfect for a family dinner or a special occasion. This article offers three variations of this timeless recipe to cater to your preferences and dietary needs.

The first recipe stays true to the classic combination of ham, cheese, and rice, ensuring a satisfying and comforting meal. The second variation introduces a touch of elegance with the addition of asparagus and Parmesan cheese, resulting in a sophisticated and flavorful casserole. For those seeking a vegetarian option, the third recipe replaces the ham with roasted bell peppers and spinach, creating a vibrant and healthy dish that is equally delicious and satisfying.

Each recipe is meticulously detailed with clear instructions, ensuring that even novice cooks can achieve culinary success. Whether you prefer the classic combination or a more adventurous twist, these Baked Ham and Cheese Rice Casserole variations are sure to become family favorites. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you and your loved ones craving for more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESY HAM & RICE BAKE



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Just mix and bake your way to this easy and delicious one-dish wonder.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups instant white rice, uncooked
1 can (10-3/4 oz.) condensed cream of mushroom soup
2 cups milk
1/4 cup MIRACLE WHIP Dressing
1 pkg. (6 oz.) OSCAR MAYER Smoked Ham, chopped
2 cups frozen peas
1/2 cup KRAFT Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425°F.
  • Mix all ingredients except cheese in 2-qt. baking dish; cover.
  • Bake 20 min.; uncover.
  • Top with cheese. Bake, uncovered, 10 min. or until rice is tender and cheese is melted. Let stand 5 min. before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 1330 mg, Carbohydrate 60 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 12 g, Protein 23 g

CHEDDAR RICE CASSEROLE



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With its blend of garlic, parsley and cheese, this rice casserole makes a savory side dish. It's one of my favorite ways to serve rice. -Nancy Baylor, Holiday Island, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3 cups cooked long grain rice
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup minced fresh parsley
1 cup whole milk
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion and garlic in butter until tender. Add remaining ingredients; mix well. Transfer to a greased shallow 1-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calories, Fat 17g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 156mg cholesterol, Sodium 588mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

BAKED HAM AND CHEESE RICE CASSEROLE



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A simple, cheesy dish from Every Night Italian. The arborio rice gives this a lucious texture. I used grated mozzarella from a bag and it was just fine.

Provided by pattikay in L.A.

Categories     Ham

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups arborio rice
4 tablespoons butter (plus more for rice and baking dish)
2 cups milk
1/4 cup flour
6 ounces boiled ham, sliced thin and chopped
3/4 cup grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese
6 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400.
  • Fill a pot with 3 qts of water and bring to a boil; add rice and stir well.
  • Cook covered for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rice is cooked but still firm to the bite.
  • Drain and transfer to a mixing bowl. Toss the rice with a bit of butter to prevent grains from sticking together.
  • While the rice is cooking, make a bechamel sauce. Heat the milk till you can see steam rising (do not boil). Melt the 4 T butter in a heavy saucepan over medium low heat.
  • Add the flour and whisk till smooth. Add the hot milk a few tablespoons at a time at first, whisking till mixture is smooth before adding more milk.
  • It will likely be very thick at first, but will become thinner as you whisk in more milk. As it thins, you can mix in more milk at a time.
  • Cook, whisking constantly over medium low heat till sauce thickly coats the whisk. Season with salt and pepper and remove from heat.
  • Pour the bechamel sauce over the rice, reserving a few spoonfuls for the top of the casserole. Add the ham and all but 2 T of the parmigiano-reggiano.
  • Mix well and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Butter the bottom and sides of a 2 1/2 qt baking dish that is about 3 1/2 inches deep.
  • Pour in half the rice mixture. Slice the mozzarella about 1/8 inch thick and layer the slices over the rice.
  • Add the remaining rice mixture and smooth the surface with a spoon.
  • Spread the remaining bechamel over the top and sprinkle with the remaining 2 T parmegiano-reggiano.
  • Bake for 15 minutes. If after 15 minutes, the top is not speckled with brown, place the casserole under the broiler for 1-2 minutes, or till top begins to brown.
  • Remove from the oven and allow to settle for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 710.9, Fat 31.6, SaturatedFat 18.9, Cholesterol 112, Sodium 1236.8, Carbohydrate 73, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 0.6, Protein 32

HAM AND CHEESE BAKE



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups leftover roasted vegetables, such as potatoes, carrots, parsnips and onions
2 cups leftover cheeses, cut into pieces, such as Brie, Parmesan, and/or Gruyere
1/4 pound Canadian bacon or Black Forest ham, chopped
1/2 cup chopped scallions
12 eggs, at room temperature
2 cups milk, at room temperature
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with the olive oil. Spread the vegetables in the bottom, then top with a layer of the cheeses, then the ham, and then the scallions.
  • Whisk together the eggs, milk, salt and red pepper flakes in a medium bowl. Pour the mixture over the layers and bake until lightly golden and the egg is set, about 50 minutes Allow the bake to sit for 5 minutes before cutting and serving.

HAM-CHEESE-RICE BAKE



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Make and share this Ham-Cheese-Rice Bake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by echo echo

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 -6 tablespoons butter
1 small yellow onion, minced
3 tablespoons flour
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 cups milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup diced cooked ham
1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas, thawed
4 cups cooked rice
3 tablespoons fine dry breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Heat 3 Tbsp butter in skillet and saute onion 5 minutes, stirring often.
  • Blend in next 4 ingredients (flour through worcestershire); you may need to add another 1 Tbsp butter if too much has cooked away.
  • Add milk gradually and cook, stirring constantly, until smooth and thickened.
  • Add 1 cup cheese and stir until melted and well blended.
  • Stir in ham and peas.
  • Spread 2 cups rice in the bottom of a shallow baking dish, pour half the ham-peas-sauce mixture over the rice and top with 1/2 cup shredded cheese.
  • Repeat Step 6.
  • Sprinkle with crumbs and dot with remaining 2 Tbsp butter.
  • Bake at 400F until lightly browned and bubbly, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 895.3, Fat 44.9, SaturatedFat 26.3, Cholesterol 146.3, Sodium 705, Carbohydrate 83.7, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 5.7, Protein 37.7

HAM AND RICE BAKE



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Sharol Binger can put a satisfying meal on her Tulare, South Dakota supper table in a jiffy. She adds a can of soup, rice and a few convenience items to leftover ham for a flavorful no-fuss casserole.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 package (16 ounces) frozen California-blend vegetables, thawed
1 cup cooked rice
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the soup and 1/2 cup cheese; cook and stir until cheese is melted. Stir in the vegetables, rice and ham., Transfer to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 calories, Fat 15g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 1235mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a quality ham. A good ham will make all the difference in the flavor of your casserole. Look for a ham that is fully cooked and spiral-cut.
  • Don't overcook the rice. The rice should be cooked through but still have a little bit of a bite to it. If you overcook the rice, it will become mushy and ruin the texture of the casserole.
  • Use a variety of cheeses. This will give your casserole a more complex flavor. You can use cheddar, mozzarella, Parmesan, or any other type of cheese that you like.
  • Add some vegetables. This will make your casserole more nutritious and colorful. You can add chopped broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, or any other vegetables that you like.
  • Top the casserole with breadcrumbs. This will give it a nice crispy topping. You can use plain breadcrumbs or seasoned breadcrumbs.

Conclusion:

Baked ham and cheese rice casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover ham. With its creamy, cheesy sauce, tender rice, and savory ham, this casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this baked ham and cheese rice casserole a try.

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