AFTER-THE-HOLIDAYS LEFTOVER HAM CASSEROLE

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This is a delicious recipe to use up leftover ham after the Christmas or Easter holidays. The casserole freezes well and can be frozen for up to six weeks. To reheat, thaw first. I have substituted Cheddar cheese when I don't have Edam on hand, and it's still delicious.

Provided by Tammy

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Ham

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 small head cauliflower, separated into small florets
4 carrots, sliced
4 stalks celery, sliced
3 tablespoons butter
2 onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon dry mustard
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups chicken stock
1 cup milk
2 pounds fully cooked ham, cubed
1 cup whole wheat cracker crumbs
1 cup shredded Edam cheese
½ cup sliced almonds
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add cauliflower, carrots, and celery and cook until tender-crisp, about 7 minutes. Drain and set vegetables aside. Return pot to the stove.
  • Melt butter in the pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook until onions are softened, about 4 minutes. Stir in flour, mustard, and black pepper. Cook and stir for 1 minute.
  • Gradually stir chicken stock into the pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until thickened, about 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in milk. Add ham, cauliflower, carrots, and celery. Spoon mixture into a shallow 10-cup casserole dish.
  • Combine cracker crumbs, Edam cheese, almonds, and Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle over casserole.
  • Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 538.2 calories, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 92.5 mg, Fat 36.1 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 30.9 g, SaturatedFat 14.3 g, Sodium 1976.5 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

Mercy Wamuyu
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I'm an experienced cook, and I was impressed with this recipe. It's a simple recipe, but the flavors are complex and delicious. I will definitely be making this casserole again.


Bcjxbd
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I'm a novice cook, and this recipe was easy to follow. I was able to make this casserole without any problems. It turned out great!


Nawa Chisu
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This casserole is a true culinary delight. The flavors and textures are perfectly balanced. It's a dish that I will definitely be making again and again.


Lucas Legros
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This casserole is comfort food at its best. It's warm, cheesy, and filling. It's the perfect meal for a cold winter night.


Rockar Javed
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This casserole is perfect for special occasions. It's elegant enough to serve to guests, but it's also easy enough to make on a weeknight.


Samra Afzal
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This recipe is very versatile. You can add or subtract ingredients to suit your own taste. I like to add a little bit of diced jalapeño pepper for a little bit of spice.


Khemlal Bist
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This casserole is relatively healthy. It's made with lean ham, vegetables, and low-fat cheese.


Khuram Ijazalo
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This recipe is a real time-saver. I was able to throw everything together in a few minutes, and then just pop it in the oven. It was ready in no time!


rianna whitlock
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This casserole is very budget-friendly. I was able to make it with ingredients that I already had on hand.


Nadeem Mookadam
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This recipe is so easy to follow. I'm not a great cook, but I was able to make this casserole without any problems. It turned out great!


Zam Poul
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I'm a picky eater, but I really liked this casserole. The ham was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was cheesy and flavorful. I would definitely eat this again.


Roguex4 Roguex4
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My wife made this casserole for dinner last night, and it was amazing! The ham was tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I ate two helpings!


HeroTay
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This is the perfect recipe for using up leftover ham. It's simple to make, and it's always delicious. I've made it several times, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Md Soykat
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I love this casserole! It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I like to add a little bit of extra cheese to the top before baking.


Hafiz saleh Muhammad
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This recipe was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less ham next time.


Ahsan Nasir
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I'm not a big fan of ham, but I really enjoyed this casserole. The flavors were well-balanced, and the ham was moist and tender. I'll definitely be making this again!


Slulami Pati
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This casserole was a lifesaver after the holidays! I had so much leftover ham, and I didn't know what to do with it. This recipe was easy to follow, and the casserole turned out delicious. My family loved it!