Leftover Ham and Spinach Casserole
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
25 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
929 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Leftover Ham and Spinach Casserole
Description
This casserole starts by cooking ziti pasta and combining it with a béchamel-style cheese sauce made from butter, flour, milk, sharp white cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses. Garlic powder and black pepper add mild seasoning to the sauce. Cubed cooked ham and thawed, well-drained spinach are stirred into the cheesy mixture, integrating protein and greens.
After mixing, the combined ingredients are transferred to a baking dish and baked uncovered to meld flavors and heat the casserole thoroughly. The result is a creamy, cheesy dish with well-coated pasta, tender spinach, and flavorful ham. The sharpness from the cheeses balances the mild spinach and salty ham.
This casserole works well as a standalone meal and is a convenient use of leftover ham. It's hearty and suitable for family dinners, offering a familiar comfort food profile with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
- 16 oz ziti pasta
- 1/4 c. butter cubed
- 1/4 c. all-purpose flour
- 2 c. milk 2%
- 2 c. cheddar cheese shredded, extra sharp, white
- 1/4 c. Parmesan Cheese grated
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 3 c. ham fully cooked, cubed
- 10 oz spinach thawed and squeezed dry, frozen, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray a 9'' x 13'' baking dish with non-stick spray.
- Prepare ziti according to package directions. Rinse and set aside.
- In a saucepan melt butter. Whisk in flour until smooth and gradually add milk. Bring to a boil and cook for 2 minutes while stirring until thickened. Reduce heat and stir in cheeses, garlic powder and pepper. Cook and stir until cheese is melted.
- Add ziti to cheese sauce. Stir in ham and spinach. Transfer to prepared baking dish. Baked, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 929 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 929kcal | 46% |
| Carbohydrates | 73g | 24% |
| Protein | 59g | 118% |
| Fat | 44g | 68% |
| Saturated Fat | 24g | 120% |
| Cholesterol | 182mg | 61% |
| Sodium | 2330mg | 97% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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