Leftover Ham Cabbage Casserole

Transform your holiday leftovers into pure comfort food with this irresistible Leftover Ham Cabbage Casserole. Bursting with creamy cheddar cheese, savory diced ham, and tender green cabbage, this hearty dish brings a delicious twist to post-holiday meals. A velvety cheese sauce made from scratch is layered over a bed of sautéed cabbage and ham, then crowned with a golden breadcrumb and Parmesan topping for the perfect crunch. With a quick prep time and pantry-friendly ingredients like milk, chicken broth, and simple spices, this casserole is an easy, family-friendly dinner that repurposes leftovers with flair. Serve it as a main course or a cozy side dish, and enjoy a meal that’s comforting, economical, and undeniably delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 medium head, chopped green cabbage
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 cups, diced leftover ham
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.75 cup bread crumbs
• 0.25 cup, grated parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.

Step 3

Add the chopped cabbage to the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and slightly browned. Transfer the cooked cabbage mixture to the prepared baking dish.

Step 4

In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux. Slowly pour in the milk and chicken broth, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in 1.5 cups of shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and paprika.

Step 6

Spread the diced ham evenly over the cabbage in the baking dish. Pour the cheese sauce over the ham and cabbage, using a spatula to spread it evenly.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the bread crumbs, grated parmesan cheese, and olive oil until combined. Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the casserole.

Step 8

Top the casserole with the remaining 0.5 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.

Step 10

Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2693.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3174.7

Total Fat 178.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 96.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 717.7mg	0%
Sodium 9043.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 188.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.9g	0%
Total Sugars 72.9g
Protein 217.7g	0%

Vitamin D 223.7IU	0%
Calcium 3104.7mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 4410.1mg	0%

*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: 49.7%

Protein: 27.0%

Carbs: 23.3%