Ham and Cheese Casserole

 A great way to use leftover ham.  Quick and easy to make.  This recipe can be doubled or tripled very easy.

HAM AND CHEESE CASSEROLE

(serves 4)

Ingredients:

*1 tablespoon butter

*3 garlic cloves, minced

*1 teaspoon oregano 

*2 cups half & half

*1 1/2 tablespoons corn starch

*1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded 

*1/2  cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

*1 cup yellow corn (I use frozen)

*2 cups ham, cut into bite size pieces

*4 cups cooked egg noodles

*2 tablespoons melted butter

*1/4 cup Italian bread crumbs

Directions:

~Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

~Spay a small casserole dish with cooking spray.

~Melt butter into a medium skillet.

~Add in 2 minced garlic cloves and  1 teaspoon dried oregano.

~Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously.

~In a small bowl, stir 1 1/2 tablespoons corn starch into 2 cups half & half until dissolved.

~Pour into skillet and stir to deglaze the bottom on the pan.

~Add in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese and whisk until cheese is melted.

~Stir in 1 cup corn, 2 cups ham, and 4 cups cooked egg noodles.

~Stir and remove from heat.

~Pour into prepared casserole dish.

~In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons melted butter and 1/4 cup Italian bread crumbs until well combined.

~Sprinkle over casserole.

~Bake for 15-20 minutes or until topping is a golden brown.