Ham and Noodle Casserole

This Ham and Noodle Casserole is a hearty casserole that is filled with tender ham, creamy sauce, and mixed vegetables. It's pure comfort food but easy enough to make on busy weeknights. 

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• Ingredients
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• FAQ's
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• More great casseroles recipes
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• Ham and Noodle Casserole Recipe

Why you'll love this recipe   

✔️ It's a great way to use up any leftover holiday ham.​

✔️ The creamy ham casserole is made with simple ingredients that you likely already have in your pantry.

✔️ This casserole is kid-friendly and the perfect recipe for feeding the entire family. 

Ingredients

Please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for the exact measurements. 

• egg noodles
• diced ham
• cream of broccoli soup
• cheddar cheese soup
• evaporated milk
• frozen mixed vegetables
• I used a combination of mozzarella cheese and Monterey Jack cheese for shredded cheese.
• crispy fried onions

Instructions 

This is an overview of the instructions. For complete directions, scroll down to the bottom.

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees—Spritz the casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray, and set aside. 
2. Cook the noodles in salted water to al dente. Save ¾ cup pasta water. Drain well.
3. In a large mixing bowl add the broccoli and cheddar cheese soup, reserved pasta water and evaporated milk. Whisk to combine, then add the cooked pasta, diced ham and frozen vegetables. Stir well, add half the cheese and stir again. 
4. Pour the past mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and top with fried onions. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes until hot and bubbly.
5. Optional - Remove foil and place under the broiler for 1-2 minutes to brown the onions. Watch it carefully though so the top of the casserole doesn't burn. Serve and enjoy!

Equipment

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FAQ's

Test kitchen tips

• Cook the egg noodles according to the package directions in a large pot of salted water and then drain them well. 
• I like to use extra wide egg noodles but wide or even medium egg noodles can be used also. 
• Make sure that you grease your casserole dish well. You can use nonstick cooking spray or grease it with butter or shortening. 
• The cheesiness of the condensed soup is my favorite part of this casserole. So, don't skip them. 
• For a beautiful pop of color garnish servings with fresh parsley.

Variations

• If you are not a fan of egg noodles you can use any type of pasta that you have on hand. Elbow noodles or rotini would work great in this creamy ham casserole. 
• Don't like fried onions? You can use a mixture of breadcrumbs and melted butter on the top if you want a crunchy topping. 
• Want to change up these vegetables? Feel free to add in a diced bell pepper, green beans, or even broccoli. 
• Not a fan of broccoli? Swap out the broccoli cheddar soup for another can of the cheddar cheese soup, or use another cream soup like mushroom, celery or chicken. 
• Feel free to get creative with the cheese, you can use sharp cheddar cheese, Swiss cheese, or any other cheese that you have on hand.

Storage

Refrigerate - Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. 

Freezer - To freeze the casserole, wrap it with plastic wrap and foil and place it in the freezer. It will remain like this for up to 3 months. When ready to bake thaw overnight in the fridge and then reheat in the oven. 

Reheat - Reheat the entire casserole in the oven at 350°F for about 20-25 minutes or until the casserole is hot and bubbly again. You can also reheat individual portions in the microwave. 

More great casseroles recipes

• The Stuffed Pepper Casserole is a great make ahead dinner. It's a meaty, tasty meal.
• You’ll love the Rotel Chicken Spaghetti Recipe - the creamy sauce is the BEST!
• If you like potatoes and cheesy, be sure to try the Hobo Casserole. This is perfect for potlucks and Sunday supper.
• Classic Tuna Casserole Recipe - comfort food at it’s best!
• The Burrito Casserole is so simple and so good, it's great for back to school and busy weeknight meals.

Related recipes

• Are you in the market for another easy weeknight dinner? This Ham Tetrazzini is creamy, cheesy, and another great way to use up leftover ham.
• The entire family will love this Ham and Potato Soup. The Instant Pot does most of the work so you don't have to spend a lot of time standing over the stove.
• Next, you need a delicious yet simple make that doesn't take a lot of time and effort to make try this Ham Pasta Salad!

Serve with

• When I make this delicious casseorle I love to pair it with a simple bread side dish like these Easy Yeast Rolls. They are so simple to make that even beginners can do it.
• These Pan Roasted Vegetables are a simple side dish to pair with this easy casserole if you want to add some extra vegetables to your dinner table.
• If you are like me and like to indulge in a sweet treat after dinner, then you will want to make this Chocolate Hershey Pie. It's creamy, chocolatey, and the perfect way to satisfy your cravings.

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