Ham & Broccoli Bake

A cheesy, flavorful pasta bake made with ham, broccoli and rotini enveloped in a rich, delicious Alfredo sauce. An easy, quick dish for busy weeknights that the entire family will love!

Servings

Calories 104kcal

Author Sara

Ingredients

1 lb. box rotini pasta
½ tablespoon salt
12 ounces broccoli fresh or frozen
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups diced fully cooked ham
½ onion chopped
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 15 ounce jars garlic Alfredo sauce
¾ cup milk
2 cups shredded Colby - Monterey Jack cheese divided
1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add rotini and salt; boil for about 10 minutes. Drain.
Place the broccoli in a microwave-safe dish and add add 2 tablespoons water. Cover and microwave on HIGH for 2 minutes. Chop broccoli up into smaller pieces.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; stir in the diced ham, onion and Italian seasoning and cook for 5-8 minutes.
Stir in the broccoli, Alfredo sauce and milk. Stir.
Add the drained rotini.
Add 1 cup shredded cheese.
Bring sauce to a simmer.
Transfer the mixture to a 9x13" baking dish.
Sprinkle pepper over top of dish.
Top with remaining cup shredded cheese.
Cover with foil.
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until cheese on top is melted.

Notes

Pasta Preparation: To prevent the rotini from becoming mushy in the bake, ensure it is cooked al dente according to package instructions. This slightly undercooked texture allows the pasta to hold its shape and texture better when combined with the other ingredients and baked in the oven.
Broccoli Cooking: When microwaving the broccoli, be careful not to overcook it, as it can become mushy and lose its vibrant color. Microwaving for 2 minutes on HIGH is sufficient for both fresh and frozen broccoli to become tender-crisp. Chop it into smaller pieces after microwaving to ensure it distributes evenly throughout the dish.
Cheese Topping: To achieve a golden and bubbly cheese topping, remove the foil covering during the last 5–10 minutes of baking. This allows the cheese to melt and develop a lightly browned crust on top of the bake. Keep an eye on it to prevent excessive browning, adjusting the baking time as needed.

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