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A close-up photograph of a creamy pasta casserole in a white ceramic baking dish. The dish contains wide egg noodles in a rich, golden cheese sauce, topped with chunks of cooked ham and fresh green parsley leaves scattered across the surface. A silver serving spoon rests in the dish. The pasta has a glossy, melted cheese coating that browns slightly in spots. In the background, partially visible, is a white plate with a fresh green salad containing mixed greens and purple cabbage. The scene is set on a dark wooden surface with visible wood grain texture. Fresh parsley sprigs are scattered around the dish as garnish. The lighting is warm and directional, highlighting the cheesy surface of the pasta dish. The composition is shot from a slightly elevated angle, showing the full contents of the baking dish.

Creamy Ham and Noodle Casserole

This creamy ham and noodle casserole is cozy, cheesy, and perfect for using up leftover ham. A classic weeknight meal that’s easy to prep and big on flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Casserole, Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • Large pot For boiling egg noodles
  • Casserole Dish 9x13 baking dish

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz egg noodles cooked and drained
  • 2 cups diced ham cooked
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese plus more for topping
  • 1 cup frozen peas or mixed vegetables
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • optional topping breadcrumbs or fried onions

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, mix soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Stir in diced ham, frozen peas, cooked noodles, and 1 cup cheese. Mix until everything is well coated.
  • Transfer mixture to the baking dish. Top with remaining cheese and optional breadcrumb topping.
  • Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until golden and bubbly. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Sub cream of chicken soup if preferred.
  • Add a splash of broth when reheating to keep creamy.
  • Freeze unbaked casserole for later use—just thaw overnight before baking.
Keyword creamy noodle bake, ham and noodle casserole, leftover ham recipe
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