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Leftover Ham & Cheese Casserole

Creamy Leftover Ham & Cheese Casserole for Cozy Family Nights

Transform leftover ham into a delicious, creamy casserole that's perfect for cozy family nights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 2 cups Leftover Spiral Ham Chopped
  • 8 oz Dry Elbow Macaroni Cooked until al dente
  • 1 cup White Cheddar Cheese Freshly shredded
  • 1 cup Yellow Cheddar Cheese Freshly shredded
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Room temperature
  • 10.5 oz Cream of Mushroom Soup
  • 1 cup Whole Milk
  • 1 tsp Ground Black Pepper To taste
  • 1 tsp Garlic Seasoning To taste
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Remaining Shredded Cheese For topping
  • Optional Green Onions Sliced for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • casserole dish
  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  2. Cook the dry elbow macaroni in boiling water until al dente, about 7-8 minutes; drain and return to pot.
  3. Add the chopped leftover ham, cream of mushroom soup, whole milk, cream cheese, half of the shredded cheese, and seasonings to the macaroni. Stir until combined.
  4. Pour the mixture into the greased casserole dish and spread evenly.
  5. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese over the top of the casserole.
  6. Bake uncovered for about 30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Optionally garnish with green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use freshly shredded cheese for the best texture, and feel free to add veggies for extra nutrition.

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