CAULIFLOWER AND HAM CASSEROLE

Cauliflower and Ham Casserole image

My mother made this recipe many times while I was growing up. I remember leaning on the table to watch her. Cooking has always been a hobby of mine, along with sewing and crafting.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 tablespoon chopped onion
3 tablespoons butter, divided
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
Pepper to taste
1 cup milk
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets, cooked and drained
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
6 saltines, crumbled

Steps:

In a saucepan over medium heat, saute chopped onion in 2 tablespoons of butter until tender. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thick and bubbly. , Remove from the heat; stir in cheese until melted. Fold in cauliflower, ham, mushrooms and pimientos. Pour into a greased 2-qt. casserole. , In a small saucepan, brown cracker crumbs in remaining butter; sprinkle over casserole. Cover and bake at 350° for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Fat 12g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 942mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges