CREAMY HAM & CHEESE CASSEROLE

Leftover ham, convenient cooking creme and a garlic-herb seasoning make this pasta toss so simple and delicious.

—BETSY HOWARD KIRKWOOD, MO

PREP: 15 MIN. • BAKE: 20 MIN. • MAKES: 6 SERVINGS

8 ounces uncooked wide egg noodles

3 cups cubed fully cooked ham

1 can (10 3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted

1 carton (10 ounces) Philadelphia original cooking creme

1 cup 2% milk

1/2 teaspoon garlic-herb seasoning blend

1/4 teaspoon pepper

2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese

1. Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, combine the ham, soup, cooking creme, milk and seasonings in a large bowl.

2. Drain noodles and add to ham mixture; mix well. Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray; sprinkle with cheese.

3. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

image READER REVIEW

“Great recipe to use up leftover ham. I added broccoli, a small can of mushrooms and red pepper flakes for extra flavor. Will definitely make again!”

MJENSON09 TASTEOFHOME.COM