Cheesy Ham Bake
Submitted by Delaine01
Cubed ham and elbow macaroni baked in a creamy egg and milk custard with cheddar, mustard, and a hint of dill. This cheesy ham bake is old-school comfort food that feeds eight hungry people.
YIELD
8 servingsPREP
30 minCOOK
45 minREADY
75 minThis is the casserole your grandmother probably made, and for good reason.
Elbow macaroni and cubed ham get stirred into a savory custard of beaten eggs, milk, and mustard, with shredded cheddar and pimento folded in for color and richness.
A touch of dill weed adds a subtle herby note you won’t expect but will definitely appreciate.
Bake it until set and golden, then hit it with one last layer of melted cheddar right out of the oven.
It’s humble, hearty, and feeds a full table without breaking a sweat.
Kitchen Tips
- This is a great way to use up leftover holiday ham. Dice it into small cubes so every bite gets some
- The egg custard needs to set fully, so resist opening the oven door during the first 30 minutes
- Serve with a simple green salad or steamed broccoli to balance the richness
Ingredients
Directions
Combine the eggs, milk, mustard and seasonings.
Add 1 cup of the cheddar cheese, the ham, onion and pimento and the macaroni, blending well, and pour into a buttered 2-quart shallow baking dish .
Bake in a preheated 350℉ (180℃) oven for 45 minutes and remove from the heat.
Quickly sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on the top and serve hot.
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