Best 8 Ham Crunchy Crouton Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our tantalizing Ham and Crunchy Crouton Casserole, a delectable dish that seamlessly blends savory flavors and crispy textures. This casserole is a symphony of taste, featuring tender ham, crunchy croutons, a creamy sauce, and a golden-brown cheese topping. It's the perfect comfort food for a cozy family dinner or a special occasion gathering. Our article provides two irresistible variations of this classic casserole: a traditional version and a vegetarian option. Both recipes are easy to follow and guarantee a delightful dining experience. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds craving for more.

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

HAM CASSEROLE WITH CHEESE



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Combine chopped ham, rotini pasta, yummy veggies and cheddar cheese for this Ham Casserole with Cheese recipe. But wait; it gets even better. This ham casserole with cheese is topped with crispy croutons! You get the perfect amount of crunch with every bite.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 45m

Yield Makes 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1-1/2 cups coarsely chopped ham
1-1/2 cups uncooked rotini pasta, cooked, drained
1/3 cup MIRACLE WHIP Dressing
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup chopped red pepper
1/4 cup milk
1-1/2 cups KRAFT Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese, divided
3/4 cup seasoned croutons, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Mix all ingredients except 1/2 cup each of the cheese and croutons.
  • Spoon into 1-1/2-quart casserole dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and croutons.
  • Bake 30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 890 mg, Carbohydrate 24 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, Protein 18 g

CREAMY HAM & CHEESE CASSEROLE



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Cooked ham, crunchy croutons and a creamy, cheesy sauce make this casserole a weeknight winner-with a prep time of just 15 minutes.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings, about 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 7

2/3 cup KRAFT Mayo with Olive Oil Cracked Pepper Reduced Fat Mayonnaise
1/3 cup milk
1-3/4 cups chopped cooked ham
2 cups croutons
1-1/2 cups KRAFT Shredded Three Cheese with a TOUCH OF PHILADELPHIA
1 tomato, chopped
1/4 cup chopped red onion s

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Combine ingredients.
  • Spoon into 2-qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Bake 35 min. or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 1040 mg, Carbohydrate 13 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g, Protein 18 g

CHICKEN CROUTON HOT DISH



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This recipe has practically made my mom famous. When she takes it to potluck, it's loved by all who taste it. Whenever she serves it to family, the dish is empty at the end of the meal.-Beth Gramling, Warren, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 package (14 ounces) seasoned stuffing croutons
4 cups shredded cooked chicken

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine the broth, soup, sour cream and butter. Stir in croutons and chicken. , Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, until heated through, 20-25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 515 calories, Fat 26g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 115mg cholesterol, Sodium 1393mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

CROUTON EGG CASSEROLE



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This comes from the "Bon Appetot Cookbook"-not a typo! It's a book that was created by preschoolers' parents. It makes for a perfect for brunch.

Provided by Oolala

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 slices bacon
2 cups croutons, plain
4 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
4 eggs, slightly beaten
2 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons onion powder
pepper

Steps:

  • Cook bacon until crisp and drain on paper towels. Set aside.
  • In the bottom of a 10 X 6 X 1 3/4 inch baking dish, combine croutons and cheese.
  • In a bowl, combine eggs, milk, salt, onion powder and pepper. Mix until blended.
  • Pour egg mixture over the cheese and croutons.
  • Crumble the bacon and sprinkle on top of the casserole.
  • Bake in a preheated 325 degree oven for about 1 hour or until eggs are set.
  • Cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.9, Fat 20, SaturatedFat 9.3, Cholesterol 182.5, Sodium 593.8, Carbohydrate 12.4, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 0.6, Protein 14.6

CRUNCH TOP HAM AND POTATO CASSEROLE



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-Nancy Schmidt, Delhi, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (32 ounces) frozen cubed hash brown potatoes, thawed
2 cups cubed cooked ham
2 cups sour cream
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/3 cup chopped green onions
1/2 teaspoon pepper
TOPPING:
2 cups crushed cornflakes
1/4 cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Combine topping ingredients; sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 hour or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487 calories, Fat 31g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 1008mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

CROWD-PLEASING CREAMY CASSEROLE



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What makes this creamy casserole crowd pleasing? We think it has something to do with the ham, broccoli and cheddar. Probably the crouton topping, too.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Special Occasion Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 8 servings, about 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups cubed ham
1 pkg. (16 oz.) frozen chopped broccoli, thawed, drained
1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
1 pkg. (6 oz.) seasoned croutons
4 eggs
2 cups milk
1/2 cup MIRACLE WHIP Dressing
2 Tbsp. flour
2 tsp. dry mustard
2 tsp. dried basil leaves

Steps:

  • Combine ham, broccoli, cheese and croutons; place in 13x9-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Whisk eggs and milk in medium bowl until blended. Add remaining ingredients; mix well. Pour over ham mixture. Refrigerate 1 hour.
  • Heat oven to 375°F. Bake casserole, uncovered, 45 min. or until center is set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Fat 24 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 150 mg, Sodium 1120 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 24 g

HOLIDAY HAM LEFTOVER CASSEROLE



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This is a Mother/Daughter "creation" for using the leftover spiral ham from Christmas day - just add a green veg or salad to complete the meal. Quick, easy & very good - I'll buy another ham just so I can make it again!!

Provided by CountryLady

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 large baking potatoes
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
3 tablespoons flour
1 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 lb cooked ham, sliced
1 large onion, sliced
1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • Peel potatoes & slice very thinly.
  • Pat dry with paper towels & set aside.
  • Melt butter in a small heavy saucepan.
  • Remove from heat & whisk in flour.
  • Gradually whisk in milk & seasonings, return to heat and stir constantly until thickened, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and add the wine.
  • Set aside.
  • Assemble in layers in the bottom of a lightly greased ovenproof casserole dish- 1/2 of the ham, 1/2 of the potatoes, 1/2 the onions, 1/2 the sauce and 1/2 the cheese.
  • Repeat the layers.
  • Cover & bake in a preheated 350°F oven for an hour.
  • Remove cover & continue baking for another 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 709.1, Fat 39.6, SaturatedFat 19.6, Cholesterol 163.1, Sodium 479.1, Carbohydrate 41.6, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 3.2, Protein 43.2

CREAMY HAM CASSEROLE



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Perfect for using leftover ham, this casserole is easy to prepare. Asparagus, broccoli and carrots paired with noodles make this recipe an all-in-one meal.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups uncooked egg noodles (8 oz)
1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 container (8 oz) chives-and-onion cream cheese spread
2/3 cup milk
2 cups chopped cooked ham
1 1/2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 box (9 oz) frozen asparagus cuts, thawed
6 ready-to-eat baby-cut carrots, chopped
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (8 oz)
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 oz)
1/2 cup crushed seasoned croutons

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 2 (8-inch square) glass baking dishes with cooking spray. Cook and drain noodles as directed on package, using minimum cook time.
  • In large bowl, stir together soup, cream cheese and milk. Stir in cooked noodles, ham, broccoli, asparagus and carrots. Divide half of the mixture between baking dishes. In medium bowl, mix mozzarella and Cheddar cheeses. Sprinkle half of the cheese mixture over casseroles. Top with remaining ham mixture. Add croutons to remaining cheese mixture; sprinkle over casseroles.
  • Bake uncovered 30 minutes or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Carbohydrate 33 g, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1030 mg

Tips for Making the Best Ham Crunchy Crouton Casserole:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your casserole will taste. Look for fresh, flavorful ham, crunchy croutons, and a creamy, flavorful cheese sauce.
  • Don't overcrowd the casserole dish: If you try to cram too much food into the casserole dish, it won't cook evenly. Aim for a casserole that is about 2/3 full.
  • Bake the casserole until it's golden brown and bubbly: This will ensure that the casserole is cooked through and that the cheese sauce is melted and gooey.
  • Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld and the casserole to set up slightly.

Conclusion:

Ham Crunchy Crouton Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a potluck. It's also a great way to use up leftover ham. With its creamy cheese sauce, crunchy croutons, and flavorful ham, this casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a satisfying and comforting meal, give Ham Crunchy Crouton Casserole a try!

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