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Creamy Leftover Ham Noodle Casserole Your New Family Favorite

Creamy Leftover Ham Noodle Casserole is a game-changer for transforming leftover ham into a rich, comforting meal that delights everyone.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces egg noodles Perfectly undercooked noodles provide the ideal base.
For the Casserole Base
  • 2 cups leftover ham Use any cooked ham.
  • 1 can cream of soup Choose your favorite flavor.
  • 1 cup sour cream Greek yogurt is a lighter alternative.
  • 1 cup milk Whole milk works best.
  • 2 cups cheese 1.5 cups for mixing, 0.5 cups for topping.
For the Topping
  • 2 tablespoons butter Adds richness to the topping.
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs Panko breadcrumbs are recommended.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup frozen peas Any frozen vegetable can be a substitute.
Seasoning
  • salt and pepper To taste.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large Pot
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. Bring salted water to a boil, add egg noodles, and cook for 5-6 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together cream of soup, sour cream, and milk until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Fold diced ham, 1.5 cups of cheese, and noodles into the sauce until evenly coated.
  5. Pour mixture into the prepared dish, cover with foil, and bake for 30 minutes.
  6. Remove foil, sprinkle remaining cheese on top, and bake uncovered for an additional 5 minutes.
  7. Let cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 8mg

Notes

This casserole makes for a fantastic weeknight dinner that your family will love! Consider mixing in frozen peas or other leftover veggies for added nutrition.

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