Ham and Cheese Pasta Bake
An easy bake that celebrates a classic combo!
Ham and Cheese Pasta Bake
Ingredients
- 12 oz fusilli pasta
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons flour
- 3 1/2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, grated
- 2 cups diced ham
- 1/4 cup fresh chives, chopped
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 400°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water 2 minutes less than package directions call for.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Whisk in flour and cook briefly, about 1 minute.
- Slowly add milk and cream, whisking constantly. Increase heat to medium-high and cook until mixture has thickened.
- Stir in nutmeg, pepper, salt, and oregano. Add half of the Mozzarella and Parmesan and stir until melted. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Add ham, pasta, and chives and stir to combine. Pour into prepared baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake until bubbly and golden brown, 15-20 minutes. Enjoy!