Colorful Pasta With Ham Recipe

This vibrant pasta casserole is a delicious way to use up leftover ham! From a quick cooking magazine (May/June 2002), this recipe is easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner. The cheesy, crunchy topping and flavorful pasta bake will become a family favorite.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 456.2 kcal
Protein 44g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Colorful Pasta With Ham

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How to Make Colorful Pasta With Ham

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook 1 pound of pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. Grease a shallow 3-quart baking dish.
  4. In the prepared baking dish, combine the cooked pasta, 1 ½ cups diced ham, 1 cup frozen corn, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, and ¾ cup French fried onions.
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups chicken broth, 1 can (10.75 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup, ½ cup milk, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
  6. Pour the broth mixture evenly over the pasta mixture in the baking dish. Gently stir to combine.
  7. Bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes.
  8. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese and ½ cup French fried onions over the top.
  9. Bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

36g

Carbs

18g

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