Ham & Rigatoni Casserole
Courtesy of National Pork Board
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 15 Min.
Cook Time: 30 Min.
Marinate: 20 Min.
Prep Time: 15 Min.
Cook Time: 30 Min.
Marinate: 20 Min.
What you need:
* 1 1/2 c. ham, diced
* 8 oz. rigatoni pasta (or other desired shape pasta)
* 1 ( 2 1/2 oz.) pkg. white sauce or country gravy mix
* 2 c. shredded Swiss cheese
* 1 Tbsp. Dijon-style mustard
* 10 oz. frozen spinach, thawed and roughly chopped
* 1/2 tsp. hot pepper sauce (optional)
* 8 oz. rigatoni pasta (or other desired shape pasta)
* 1 ( 2 1/2 oz.) pkg. white sauce or country gravy mix
* 2 c. shredded Swiss cheese
* 1 Tbsp. Dijon-style mustard
* 10 oz. frozen spinach, thawed and roughly chopped
* 1/2 tsp. hot pepper sauce (optional)
What to do:
1. Cook pasta according to pkg. directions; set aside.
2. Prepare white sauce or country gravy mix; stir in ham, cheese, mustard, spinach and hot pepper sauce.
3. Pour over pasta, toss gently to blend well.
4. Pour into shallow 2-qt casserole; cover and bake in 350° F oven for 20 min. Uncover and bake 10 min. more.
* Do-Ahead Tip: Prepare casserole; cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hrs. Add 10 min. to initial baking time.
* This casserole can be prepared the day before serving and is a good way to use leftover ham or you can purchase cubed ham.
* Recipe and photo courtesy of National Pork Board. For more recipes visit: www.PorkBeInspired.com
2. Prepare white sauce or country gravy mix; stir in ham, cheese, mustard, spinach and hot pepper sauce.
3. Pour over pasta, toss gently to blend well.
4. Pour into shallow 2-qt casserole; cover and bake in 350° F oven for 20 min. Uncover and bake 10 min. more.
* Do-Ahead Tip: Prepare casserole; cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hrs. Add 10 min. to initial baking time.
* This casserole can be prepared the day before serving and is a good way to use leftover ham or you can purchase cubed ham.
* Recipe and photo courtesy of National Pork Board. For more recipes visit: www.PorkBeInspired.com
Wine pairings:
Riesling/Rhine, Gewürztraminer, Chenin Blanc
Nutritional information:
Calories: 370; Total Fat: 11g; Saturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 55mg; Total Carbs: 30g; Protein: 37g; Sodium: 1520mg;