Broccoli Ham Bake

Total Time

Prep: 20 min. Bake: 25 min.

Makes

4 servings

Updated: Jun. 30, 2023
Looking for a family-pleasing way to use up extra ham? Try this quick casserole that even will satisfy folks not fond of broccoli. “Our minister's wife served this and was kind enough to share the recipe,” recalls Helen Phillips of Greensburg, Indiana. “It's very good.” TIP: Feel free to replace the stuffing croutons with crushed stuffing mix.
Broccoli Ham Bake Recipe photo by Taste of Home

Ingredients

  • 3 cups frozen chopped broccoli
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 4 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2-1/4 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
  • 1-1/2 cups seasoned stuffing cubes, divided

Directions

  1. Cook broccoli according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, saute onion in 3 tablespoons butter until tender. Stir in flour until blended; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in cheese until melted.
  2. Drain the broccoli. Add broccoli, ham and 1 cup stuffing mix to cheese sauce. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Melt remaining butter; toss with remaining stuffing mix. Sprinkle around edge of casserole. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

Can you freeze Broccoli Ham Bake?

Cover unbaked casserole and freeze for up to 3 months. To use, thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Cover and bake according to directions.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 454 calories, 27g fat (15g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 1445mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 25g protein.