Ham and Spaetzle Bake

Total Time

Prep: 20 min. Bake: 15 min.

Makes

2 servings

Updated: Dec. 19, 2023
Tired of the same old ham and scalloped potatoes? Try this yummy and comforting change of pace from our Test Kitchen. Creamy and cheesy, the hearty one-dish meal goes together in just minutes using convenient deli (or leftover) ham. TIP: YOU CAN FIND SPAETZLE IN THE PACKAGED POTATO AND RICE SECTION OF YOUR LOCAL GROCERY STORE.

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup uncooked spaetzle
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 teaspoons butter
  • 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup 2% milk
  • 3/4 cup fresh broccoli florets
  • 1/3 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
  • 1/3 cup cubed deli ham
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Directions

  1. Cook spaetzle according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in flour; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat.
  2. Drain spaetzle; stir the spaetzle, broccoli, cheese, ham, mustard and pepper into the white sauce. Transfer to a 3-cup baking dish coated with cooking spray.
  3. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 15-18 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 443 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 91mg cholesterol, 1135mg sodium, 59g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 4g fiber), 24g protein.