Lactose Free Ham and Spinach Casserole Recipe

Recipe by: Makers of LACTAID® Brand Products

Just before serving, be sure to give the casserole a good stir to mix the chunks of ham, bits of spinach, and pasta with the rich, creamy sauce.

Yield: 6

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes

Ingredients

8 ounces packaged dried mostaccioli, cut ziti, or elbow macaroni

3 tablespoons butter

2 medium onions, cut into thin wedges*

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed

1/8 teaspoon pepper

1 (14 ounce) can reduced sodium chicken broth

1 1/2 cups LACTAID® Reduced Fat Milk

1 1/2 cups cubed cooked ham

1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta; rinse with cold water. Drain again and set aside.
In a large saucepan melt butter. Add onions or leeks and garlic. Cover and cook about 5 minutes or until onions are tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in flour, thyme, and pepper. Add chicken broth and LACTAID® Reduced Fat Milk all at once. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes more. Stir in cooked pasta, ham, and spinach. Spoon mixture into a 2-quart casserole.
Cover and bake in a 350 degrees F oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until heated through. Let stand for 5 minutes. Stir gently before serving.