Ham and Cheese Casserole

Name: Ham and Cheese Casserole
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 ounces medium pasta shells, such as rotini or penne; 1/4 cup butter; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 2 cups whole milk or half & half; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided; 1 cup shredded Gruyere; 2 cups diced cooked ham; 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated; 2 tablespoons salted butter, melted; 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:25min

This leftover ham and cheese casserole is my favorite, family-friendly way to use up leftover holiday ham. It's quick, hearty, and totally kid-approved.

Updated at: Thu, 06 Nov 2025 00:22:26 GMT