Ham and Noodle Casserole

Much better than the other recipes that use canned soup; homemade tasting, and a family favorite.

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 4
• Yields: 4

Ingredients

• 8  ounces  egg noodles
• 1⁄4 cup unsalted butter
• 1  onion, chopped
• 1⁄4 cup flour
• 2  cups milk
• 1⁄2 cup half-and-half
• 1  cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 8  ounces ham, diced
• 1  teaspoon kosher salt
• 1⁄8 teaspoon pepper
• 1  cup  breadcrumbs

Directions

1. Cook noodles according to package directions. Melt the butter in a large saucepan, add onions and saute until soft. Add the flour and stir for about 1 minute. Slowly add milk while stirring until smooth. Add salt & pepper. Add cheese and stir until melted (taste). Add the ham and noodles and pour everything into a greased (use pam) casserole dish.
2. In a small saucepan melt a tablespoon butter; add breadcrumbs and saute until "toasted", then sprinkle on top of ham & noodles.
3. Bake at 375 for approximately 30 minutes.