Macaroni Ham Casserole

Tender pasta, savory ham, and creamy mushroom flavor combine into one rich, cheesy comfort-food dish.

Contributor: Aunt Joy
Macaroni Ham Casserole

Prep

30 min

Cook

45 min

Temp

375°F

Yield

12 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 4 oz elbow macaroni
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 cup chopped ham
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Step 1
    1

    Add salt and macaroni to boiling water. Boil rapidly, stirring constantly for 2 minutes. Cover, remove from heat, and let stand for 10 minutes.

  2. Step 2
    2

    Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan. Stir in the onion powder, then add the chopped ham and brown lightly.

  3. Step 3
    3

    Rinse the macaroni with warm water and drain well.

  4. Step 4
    4

    Combine the ham mixture, cream of mushroom soup, milk, pepper, and macaroni. Stir until well mixed.

  5. Step 5
    5

    Spread into a greased 1 1/2-quart casserole dish, sprinkle with cheddar cheese, and bake at 375°F for 45 minutes.

Tips & Variations

  • Serve as a hearty side dish for almost any meal.
  • Pair with a fresh side salad for an easy dinner.
  • Add garlic bread for a comforting family meal.
  • Bake until hot, bubbly, and lightly golden on top.