How to Make Ham Tetrazzini - A Step-by-Step Guide

Ham Tetrazzini is a classic comfort food dish that is perfect for using up leftover ham from holiday dinners or family gatherings. This creamy and indulgent casserole is a great way to repurpose leftovers into a delicious and satisfying meal.

This recipe combines tender pieces of ham with a rich and creamy sauce, mixed with spaghetti and topped with a crispy, golden breadcrumb topping. The result is a hearty and satisfying dish that is perfect for serving a crowd or enjoying as a left...

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Ingredients

  • 6 ounces spaghetti
  • 3 quarts water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 tablespoons chopped onion
  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • ½ cup water
  • ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup diced ham
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons chopped pimento peppers

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain (or use leftover pasta; see Cook's Note).
  • While pasta is cooking, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in cream of mushroom soup, 1/2 cup water, and shredded cheese. Heat mixture until cheese melts, stirring often.
  • Mix in the ham, cooked and drained pasta, chopped pimento, and chopped parsley to saucepan; stir to combine. Cook until mixture is heated through, then serve.
  • Nutrition

    358 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 39mg
    • Sodium: 1585mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 39g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 15g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 149mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 281mg