HAM AND CHEDDAR PIEROGI BAKE

Ham and Cheddar Pierogi Bake image

Pierogi-hearty, potato-stuffed Polish dumplings-are the heart of this easy casserole. Start with frozen pierogi, then add cubed ham and a deliciously simple onion-cheese sauce for a weeknight bake that brings some wow to the table.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
1 cup diced onions
2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
3/4 cup Progresso™ reduced sodium chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
3/4 cup milk
1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (6 oz)
1 package (16 oz) frozen potato and Cheddar pierogies
1 tablespoon water
1 cup cubed ham (6 oz)
2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions

Steps:

Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
In 3-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions; cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until just starting to soften. With whisk, stir in flour until smooth. Cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes or until mixture is bubbly.
In 2-cup glass measuring cup, mix broth and milk. Gradually stir broth mixture into saucepan. Increase heat to medium-high; heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute; reduce heat to medium. Stir in 1 cup of the Cheddar cheese. Cook until melted, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
Meanwhile, place frozen pierogies and water in baking dish; cover with plastic wrap. Microwave on High 2 minutes; stir. Continue microwaving on High 1 1/2 to 2 minutes or until thawed. Pour cheese sauce over pierogies. Top with ham and remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until cheese is melted and edges are bubbly. Let stand 10 minutes. Top with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 870 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1/2 g