Calling all ham lovers: get ready to transform your leftover ham into a cheesy, comforting casserole that will delight your taste buds and warm your soul. This versatile dish is perfect for using up leftover ham from a holiday feast or a simple weeknight dinner. With just a few pantry staples and some delicious cheese, you can create a hearty and flavorful casserole that the whole family will love. Whether you prefer a classic ham and cheese casserole, a creamy potato and ham bake, or a cheesy ham and broccoli delight, we've got you covered with three incredible recipes that showcase the versatility of this leftover ham recipe. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.
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LEFTOVER HAM -N- POTATO CASSEROLE
An easy cheesy dish that uses up that Christmas or Easter ham! My family looks forward to this one!
Provided by SweetT
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Ham
Time 1h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Grease a 1 1/2-quart baking dish.
- Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the ham and onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir potatoes into ham mixture; transfer to the prepared baking dish.
- Melt 1/4 cup butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir flour into melted butter until smooth.
- Gradually whisk milk into flour mixture; season with salt and black pepper. Continue cooking and stirring until thickened, about 2 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and stir Cheddar cheese into the white sauce until melted.
- Pour sauce over ham and potatoes.
- Sprinkle bread crumbs atop casserole.
- Bake in the preheated oven until sauce is bubbly and browned, 25 to 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 577.7 calories, Carbohydrate 40.3 g, Cholesterol 104.9 mg, Fat 35.8 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 24.3 g, SaturatedFat 20.2 g, Sodium 973.7 mg, Sugar 5.2 g
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 LEFTOVER HAM CASSEROLE
I came up with this one to use up all of the Christmas ham that didn't get eaten. The only thing I might recommend is adding a little bit of salt or maybe garlic powder, but I am posting it as I made it because my step-daughter actually ate 2 helpings and that rarely happens. I hope you enjoy!
Provided by PSU Lioness
Categories Ham
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook rice according to package directions.
- Preheat oven to 350.
- Pull or dice ham into small pieces.
- Place rice in a 13x9" baking dish and top with ham and stir to combine. Use as much or as little ham as you would like. I used almost 2 cups because I had a lot leftover from Christmas dinner.
- In a large bowl, mix broccoli cheddar soup, milk and sour cream. Start with 3/4 c milk and add more if you would like it a little runnier. I prefer my soup base a little thicker.
- Stir 1/2 c french fried onions, peas and 1/2 c cheddar cheese into the soup mixture.
- When combined, pour the soup mixture over the rice/ham mixture and stir well, but gently, to combine.
- Sprinkle 1/2 c cheddar cheese over the rice/soup mixture.
- Top this with 1/4 c (or more) french fried onions.
- In a plastic bag, crush croutons. It took about 1/4 bag of croutons to get 1/4 cup of crushed croutons (and I used the cheesy garlic flavor).
- Sprinkle crushed croutons over top of all.
- Bake, uncovered, for 20-30 minutes or until the edges start to get bubbly and it is heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.8, Fat 17.4, SaturatedFat 9.8, Cholesterol 61, Sodium 491.5, Carbohydrate 35.5, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 4.9, Protein 19.3
Tips:
- For a crispier topping, use Panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs.
- Add a cup of chopped vegetables, such as broccoli, cauliflower, or carrots, to the casserole for a healthier option.
- If you don't have any leftover ham, you can use cooked chicken or turkey instead.
- Feel free to experiment with different cheeses. A blend of cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan is a classic choice, but you could also try Gruyère, Swiss, or Gouda.
- Serve the casserole with a side of your favorite salad or roasted vegetables.
Conclusion:
This Cheesy Leftover Ham Casserole is a quick and easy way to use up leftover ham. It's a hearty and comforting dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. The casserole is also a great option for potlucks and holiday gatherings. Give it a try the next time you have some leftover ham on hand.
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