Easy Ham and Noodles

Transform your weeknight dinners with this comforting and creamy Easy Ham and Noodles recipe—a budget-friendly twist on a family favorite! Featuring tender egg noodles tossed in a rich, cheesy sauce with savory diced ham and optional bursts of sweetness from green peas, this dish is simplicity at its best. Ready in just 30 minutes with pantry staples like milk, sharp cheddar, and butter, it’s a perfect quick-fix meal for busy evenings. The velvety homemade cheese sauce, seasoned with garlic and pepper, effortlessly coats every bite, delivering loads of flavor with minimal effort. Serve it hot as a satisfying main course, and watch it disappear from plates in no time!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 ounces Egg noodles
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 2 cups Cooked ham (diced)
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Milk
• 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 1 cup Frozen peas (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the egg noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced ham and sauté for 3-4 minutes until lightly browned.

Step 3

Sprinkle the flour over the ham and stir to coat evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 4

Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly to create a smooth sauce. Continue cooking for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens.

Step 5

Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese. Allow the cheese to melt completely into the sauce.

Step 6

If using, add the frozen peas to the skillet and stir. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the peas are heated through.

Step 7

Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss to combine, ensuring the noodles are evenly coated in the sauce.

Step 9

Serve immediately as a main course, garnished with additional shredded cheese or fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1614.1 grams (1614.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2240

Total Fat 103.30g	132%
Saturated Fat 53.90g	270%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.00g
Cholesterol 565mg	188%
Sodium 9110mg	396%
Total Carbohydrate 155.30g	56%
Dietary Fiber 12.60g	45%
Total Sugars 39.60g
Protein 169.10g	338%

Vitamin D 244IU	1218%
Calcium 1532mg	118%
Iron 12mg	64%
Potassium 2607mg	55%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.7%

Protein: 30.4%

Carbs: 27.9%