Baked Cavatappi With Smoked Ham And Fontina Recipe

Name: Baked Cavatappi With Smoked Ham And Fontina
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces fresh mushrooms, thinly sliced; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon sherry wine; 1 lb cavatappi pasta; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 3 cups milk (may use low fat); 1 pinch grated nutmeg; salt and pepper; 5 ounces Fontina cheese, in julienne strips; 8 ounces smoked ham, coarsely chopped

Servings: persons

1
Bring 6 quarts of salted water to a boil.
2
Meanwhile, saute mushrooms in 1 tbs.
3
butter over medium heat for two minutes.
4
Add Sherry, stir for 1 minute and remove mushrooms from heat.
5
Cook the cavatappi in the boiling water until al dente and drain.
6
While pasta is cooking, melt 3 tbs.
7
butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
8
Add the flour and whisk until smooth.
9
Gradually add milk and continue whisking.
10
Stir over heat until sauce thickens, about 10 minutes.
11
Remove from heat and add sauteed mushrooms, nutmeg, salt and pepper.
12
Butter a large ovenproof dish, and arrange 1/3 of the cavatappi in the dish.
13
Top with 1/3 of the cheese and ham and spoon on 1/3 of the sauce.
14
Repeat the layers two more times, ending with sauce.
15
Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven until heated through and bubbly, about 20 to 30 minutes minutes.
16
(Casserole may also be refrigerated and baked later. Increase baking time to 30 minutes for a chilled casserole.) (DJM notes: use a dish smaller and a little deeper than a basic 9x13.).

908

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces fresh mushrooms, thinly sliced, 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon sherry wine, 1 lb cavatappi pasta, and more.

Yes, Baked Cavatappi With Smoked Ham And Fontina falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Baked Cavatappi With Smoked Ham And Fontina

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