Ham and Cheddar Pasta Bake

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Ham and Garlic Cheddar Pasta Bake is an incredibly delicious dinner. Leftover ham is the star of the show in this amazing and comforting casserole that the entire family will love!

Prep Time10

Cook Time30

Total Time40

Course: Pasta

Cuisine: American

Keyword: leftover ham recipe, mac and cheese with ham, pasta bake, pasta casserole

Servings: Servings

Calories: 562kcal

Author: Milisa

Ingredients

1 pound ham cut into bite-sized pieces
1 pound medium shells pasta or your favorite pasta
3 tablespoons butter divided use
1 medium- sized onion sliced thin
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons all purpose flour
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 cups whole milk
4 oz cream cheese cut into 1 inch cubes
8 oz cheddar cheese shredded
1 tablespoon fresh thyme

Instructions

Cook pasta for 4 to 6 minutes in boiling water. Drain and set aside.
In a skillet melt 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet and cook onion over medium heat. Stir occasionally until onions start to caramelize.
In a saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butte over medium heat. Cook minced garlic about 1 minute, whisk in flour, salt and pepper.
Cook for about 2 minutes and whisk in milk and cream cheese. When cream cheese is melted and sauce starts to thicken, stir in shredded cheddar until melted and well combined. Remove from heat.
Stir pasta, onions and cheese sauce together and add to a 9" x 13" baking pan.
Bake for 20 minutes or until heated through.
Garnish with fresh thyme and serve immediately.

Notes

Cheese Variations: Swiss cheese, Smoked Gouda or Colby Jack are also great options for this casserole.

Store: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 days.

Reheat: Cook in a pan with a tablespoon or two of milk over medium heat, stirring often until heated through.

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