Ham Fettuccine Bake

My family loves this recipe, and it's a great way to use up leftover ham. Although a meal by itself, I often serve it with a tossed salad.

Ham Fettuccine Bake

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TOTAL TIME: Prep: 15 min. Bake: 25 min.
YIELD: 5 servings.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
  • 3 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
  • 1-1/2 cups cooked fettuccine
  • 1 cup frozen peas

Instructions

  • 1. In a small skillet, cook bread crumbs and parsley in 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat for 4-5 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pan; set aside.
  • 2. In a large skillet, melt the remaining butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add the milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cheese; cook 2-3 minutes longer or until melted. Stir in the ham, fettuccine and peas.
  • 3. Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish; sprinkle with bread crumb mixture.
  • 4. Cover and bake at 350° for 20 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 483 calories, 29g fat (16g saturated fat), 99mg cholesterol, 1121mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 28g protein.