Ingredients for Easy Ham And Cheese Noodle Bake With Peas
- 1 (12 ounce) package Wide Egg Noodles
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 1 cup chopped Onion
- 2 cups Milk
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 cup Frozen Baby Peas
- 2 cups diced Boiled Ham
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
- 1/2 cup crushed Pretzel
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar Cheese
- butter (for greasing)
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How to Make Easy Ham And Cheese Noodle Bake With Peas
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Lightly butter a 1 1/2- to 2-quart baking dish.
- Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain in a colander; do not rinse.
- While noodles cook, melt 4 tablespoons butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook, stirring, until softened (about 5 minutes).
- In a large cup, whisk together 2 cups milk and 2 tablespoons cornstarch until smooth.
- Whisk the milk mixture into the saucepan with the onion. Cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil and thickens.
- Reduce heat to low. Whisk in 1 cup heavy cream and cook for 2 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
- Stir in cooked macaroni, 1 cup frozen peas, 2 cups diced ham, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
- Pour the noodle mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle 1/2 cup crushed pretzels and 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
54 g
Sugar
26g
Fat
124g
Carbs
22g
