Delicious and Comforting Ham Pasta Gratin
The ham pasta gratin is a comforting dish that will delight both small and large gatherings. Easy and quick to prepare, this recipe is perfect for a family dinner or with friends. With simple ingredients such as pasta, ham, béchamel sauce, and cheese, you can create a tasty dish in under an hour. The al dente pasta pairs wonderfully with the diced ham, while the creamy béchamel envelops everything deliciously. Enjoy this gratin for a warm atmosphere; it can even be prepared in advance and reheated as needed. Add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for a touch of color and nutrition. This gratin is also perfect for children's lunchboxes. It's a dish that satisfies appetites and has become a classic in many kitchens.
- Preparation time: 15 min
- Cooking time: 20 min
- Servings: for 4 people
- Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
- - 500 g of pasta of your choice
- - 6 slices of ham (turkey, chicken, or pork to your taste)
- - 1 packet of ready
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- - use béchamel sauce
- - Salt and pepper to taste
- - Garlic powder according to your preference
- - Fresh or dried parsley
- - Grated Gruyère cheese to your liking
Preparation
1. Start by cooking the pasta in a large pot of salted water. Be sure to follow the cooking time indicated on the package for delicious al dente pasta.
2. Once drained, take a baking dish and arrange a first layer of pasta. Then sprinkle with ham, which you have diced into small cubes. Repeat this process until all ingredients are used up, ending with the ham.
3. Now prepare the béchamel sauce and pour it evenly over the pasta. Don't forget to add some garlic powder, salt, pepper, and parsley to enhance the flavors.
4. Finally, generously sprinkle your dish with grated Gruyère cheese, according to your desire.
5. Bake your gratin at 200°C (thermostat 6-7) and allow it to gratin for about 20 minutes until the top is nicely golden and crispy.