Leftover Ham With Pasta And Broccoli Casserole

Name: Leftover Ham With Pasta And Broccoli Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb uncooked spiral shaped pasta (cavatappi or fusilli); 2 cups leftover cubed ham; 8 ounces frozen broccoli; 2 tablespoons butter; 4 tablespoons flour; 1 cup chicken broth; 1 cup 1% low-fat milk; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 3/4 cup yellow onion, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon dried parsley; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 tablespoon breadcrumbs; 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1/2 lb uncooked spiral shaped pasta (cavatappi or fusilli)
2 cups leftover cubed ham
8 ounces frozen broccoli
2 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons flour
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup 1% low-fat milk
1 tablespoon olive oil
3/4 cup yellow onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese

1
Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
2
Cook pasta according to package directions, drain and set aside.
3
Steam broccoli until fork tender. Chop into small pieces.
4
Heat oil in a small skillet. Add onions and cook until soft, but now brown.
5
Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and cook 1 minute.
6
Add broth and whisk constantly until mixture is smooth of lumps and thickened.
7
Whisk in milk.
8
Remove from heat.
9
Add onions, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper.
10
In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, ham, broccoli, and sauce.
11
Transfer to a casserole dish sprayed with cooking spray.
12
Melt butter in a small bowl.
13
Add breadcrumbs and cheese to melted butter.
14
Top with breadcrumb cheese mixture.
15
Bake for 12 minutes until sauce is bubbly.

775

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* 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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb uncooked spiral shaped pasta (cavatappi or fusilli), 2 cups leftover cubed ham, 8 ounces frozen broccoli, 2 tablespoons butter, and more.

Yes, Leftover Ham With Pasta And Broccoli Casserole 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!