ham casserole

Name: Ham Casserole
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 12 ounce(s) cellentani pasta; 1 tablespoon(s) olive oil; 1 medium yellow onion, chopped; 2 clove(s) garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon(s) dried thyme; 1 teaspoon(s) dried marjoram; 1/2 teaspoon(s) crushed rosemary; 1/2 teaspoon(s) salt; 1/4 teaspoon(s) freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoon(s) butter; 2 tablespoon(s) all-purpose flour; 2 1/4 cup(s) whole milk, warmed to room temperature; 2 cup(s) broccoli florets, cut into bite sized pieces; 2 1/2 cup(s) shredded sharp cheddar cheese (reserve ½ cup for the top); 3 slice(s) American cheese torn into small pieces (about 3 ounces); 2 1/2 cup(s) diced ham

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Beth Pierce

Ofallon, MO

Updated on Dec 28, 2025

This ham casserole features pasta, onion, broccoli, and smoked ham in a rich and creamy cheese sauce, perfectly seasoned with garlic, thyme, and marjoram. For ease and convenience, use ham steak or leftover holiday ham.

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prep time 10 Min

cook time 45 Min

method Bake

yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

12 ounces cellentani pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon crushed rosemary
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 1/4 cups whole milk, warmed to room temperature
2 cups broccoli florets, cut into bite sized pieces
2 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (reserve ½ cup for the top)
3 slices American cheese torn into small pieces (about 3 ounces)
2 1/2 cups diced ham

How To Make ham casserole

Step 1

Grease a 9×13-inch casserole. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Boil the pasta al dente according to the package instructions, then drain well.
Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-low heat. Cook the onion until soft. Reduce the heat to low and add the garlic, thyme, marjoram, rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute while stirring.
Step 4

Melt the butter in the pot. Sprinkle in the flour and cook over low heat for 2 minutes while stirring. Slowly stir in the milk and simmer until slightly thickened.
Step 5

Add the broccoli to a microwavable bowl with 1/4 cup of water. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and cut two small slits. Microwave on high for 2 minutes.
Step 6

Reduce the heat to low. Stir 2 cups shredded cheddar and American cheese into the pot in small increments. Add the pasta, broccoli, and ham to the casserole dish. Pour the cheese sauce over the top and stir to combine.
Step 7

Top with the reserved 1/2 cup cheddar cheese and bake for 15 minutes or until the cheese on the top is melted and the casserole is heated through. Avoid overbaking.
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