ASPARAGUS, HAM, PASTA BAKE

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Yum! We love fresh asparagus. I especially like it in casseroles, and this one is yummy!

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 oz linguini, or your favorite pasta
1 Tbsp olive oil
3/4 lb ham or canadian bacon, cubed into bite size pieces
1 bunch scallions, chopped (reserving 1/2 cup darkest green pieces
6 eggs
2 c grated sharp cheddar cheese (or a good swiss), divided
16 oz (2 cups) ricotta
1/2 c milk
1 Tbsp dijon mustard
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp fresh cracked pepper
1 lb asparagus, cut into 1/2 inch pieces

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Put a large pot of salted water on to boil. Grease a 9" X 13" baking dish.
  • 2. In a large skillet heat oil over a medium heat. Add ham and scallions to skillet, setting aside reserved green parts for topping. Saute until onion begins to soften. Set aside.
  • 3. In a mixing bowl or food processor, combine eggs, 1 1/2 cups of the grated cheese, ricotta, milk, mustard, salt and pepper. Beat until very smooth.
  • 4. Boil pasta according to directions on box, adding asparagus during last minute of cooking. Rinse under cold water until cooled, and drain.
  • 5. Add drained noodles back to pot. Add ham and egg mixtures to noodles. Mix until well combined and pour into prepared dish.
  • 6. Bake for 30 minutes. Remove from oven and top evenly with remaining 1/2 cup cheese and reserved scallions. Bake 15 minutes more. Let rest for 5 minutes and serve.

Priya Kalakheti
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover ham.


Haji Ahmad
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I'm not a huge fan of asparagus, but I loved this dish. The ham and cheese really balanced out the flavor of the asparagus.


Amanda “Mandie” Warren
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Sufyan King
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've made it with different types of cheese and ham, and it's always delicious.


Oliver Evarest
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


Jennifer Ramirez
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a winner. It's a great weeknight meal.


Sylvanus Elfrida
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved it.


Md Azmir alom
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This dish was easy to make and so delicious. My family loved it!


Anyebe Peter
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The asparagus was still slightly crunchy, which I liked.


Zavier Miller
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This asparagus ham pasta bake was a hit! The flavors of the asparagus, ham, and cheese were perfectly balanced, and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this dish again.