Best Potluck Ham And Pasta Recipes

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HAM & SWISS BAKED PENNE



Ham & Swiss Baked Penne image

As a kid I loved to the hot ham and Swiss sandwiches from a local fast-food restaurant. With its melty, gooey goodness, this bake makes me think of them. -Ally Billhorn, Wilton, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2-1/3 cups uncooked penne pasta
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups 2% milk
1 cup half-and-half cream
1-1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
1/2 cup shredded Colby cheese
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
TOPPING:
1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente; drain., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in milk and cream. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Gradually stir in Swiss and Colby cheeses until melted. Add ham and pasta; toss to coat., Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, mix topping ingredients; sprinkle over pasta. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly, 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 559 calories, Fat 30g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 116mg cholesterol, Sodium 905mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

PRETTY PENNE HAM SKILLET



Pretty Penne Ham Skillet image

I'm a busy nurse, so fast meals are a must. This pasta is a tasty change of pace from potato-ham casseroles. -Kathy Stephan, West Seneca, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
3 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 large sweet red pepper, finely chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil and butter over medium-high heat. Add ham, red pepper and onion; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until ham is browned and vegetables are tender. Add garlic and herbs; cook 1-2 minutes longer., Stir in broth and lemon juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half. Add pasta; toss to combine. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 567 calories, Fat 24g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 1344mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

HAM & BROCCOLI PASTA



Ham & Broccoli Pasta image

It's hard to beat a meal that's created in one pan, takes 30 minutes to pull together, and your kids actually thank you for making. Sounds like a keeper in my book. -Jana Cathey, Ada, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4-1/2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta (12 ounces)
1 package (16 ounces) frozen broccoli florets
3 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 carton (8 ounces) spreadable chive and onion cream cheese
1/3 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook pasta according to package directions, adding broccoli during the last 5 minutes of cooking; drain and set aside. , In same pan, combine remaining ingredients; cook and stir over medium heat until heated through and cream cheese is melted. Return pasta mixture to pan and toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 452 calories, Fat 17g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 1135mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

POTLUCK HAM & PASTA



POTLUCK HAM & PASTA image

I found this recipe in a magazine a while back and had forgotten about it. Now that I found it again I am going to try it. Photo: Tasteofhome.com

Provided by Ellen Bales

Categories     Pasta

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

pkg (16 oz.) elbow macaroni
4 c fresh broccoli florets
1/2 c onion, chopped fine
1/2 c all purpose flour
1 tsp ground mustard
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
6 c milk
1 jar(s) (15 oz.) process cheese sauce (cheese whiz)
2 c (8 oz.) shredded cheddar cheese, divided
4 c fully cooked ham, cubed

Steps:

  • 1. Cook the macaroni according to package directions. Add the broccoli during the last 3 to 4 minutes; drain.
  • 2. In a large Dutch oven, saute onion in butter for 2 minutes. Stir in the flour, mustard, salt and pepper until blended. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil, cooking and stirring for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the cheese sauce and 1 cup of the cheddar until blended.
  • 3. Remove from heat; stir in the ham, macaroni, and broccoli.
  • 4. Divide between a greased 13x9" baking dish and a greased 8" square baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheddar. Bake, uncovered, in a preheated 350-degree oven for 25-35 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
  • 5. NOTE: Recipe can easily be cut in half if feeding fewer people.

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