Asparagus Ham Casserole Recipe

This cheesy, creamy Asparagus and Ham Casserole is a comforting and delicious family favorite! Tender asparagus and savory ham are baked in a creamy cheese sauce over a bed of fluffy rice, topped with crunchy almonds for the perfect textural contrast. A quick and easy weeknight meal the whole family will love.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 50 mins

Calories 794.9 kcal

Protein 76g

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Ingredients for Asparagus Ham Casserole

1 cup rice
1 pound trimmed asparagus spears
4 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups evaporated milk
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup diced ham
1/4 cup slivered almonds

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How to Make Asparagus Ham Casserole

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 10x6 inch baking dish.
Cook 1 cup of rice according to package directions. Set aside.
In the baking dish, spread the cooked rice evenly.
Arrange 1 pound of trimmed asparagus spears over the rice.
In a medium saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
Whisk in 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Gradually whisk in 1 1/2 cups of evaporated milk and 1/2 cup of water until smooth.
Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens (about 5 minutes).
Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, and 1 cup diced ham.
Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the asparagus and rice.
Sprinkle 1/4 cup slivered almonds over the top.
Bake for 35 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

82 g

Sugar

Fat

72g

Carbs

31g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Asparagus Ham Casserole?

Asparagus Ham Casserole takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Asparagus Ham Casserole?

Asparagus Ham Casserole has approximately 794.9 calories per serving, with about 76 g protein, 31 g carbohydrates and 44 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Asparagus Ham Casserole?

The key ingredients for Asparagus Ham Casserole are Rice, Asparagus, Butter, Flour, Evaporated Milk, Water. See the full list with measurements above.