Creamy Spam Broccoli Casserole

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A comforting, cheesy baked dish combining savory luncheon meat with tender broccoli and pasta.
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This comforting casserole transforms humble ingredients into a hearty family meal. The salty, savory depth of cubed Spam balances perfectly with the earthy sweetness of broccoli and the richness of a creamy cheddar sauce. Tossed with tender elbow macaroni and topped with a crunchy buttery breadcrumb crust, it offers a satisfying texture in every bite. It’s an ideal choice for busy weeknight dinners or potlucks where you need a dish that feeds a crowd with minimal fuss. The combination of salty, creamy, and cheesy flavors makes this a nostalgic comfort food classic that is sure to please both kids and adults alike.

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Creamy Spam Broccoli Casserole

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 66.9

Description

This comforting casserole transforms humble ingredients into a hearty family meal. The salty, savory depth of cubed Spam balances perfectly with the earthy sweetness of broccoli and the richness of a creamy cheddar sauce. Tossed with tender elbow macaroni and topped with a crunchy buttery breadcrumb crust, it offers a satisfying texture in every bite. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal choice for busy weeknight dinners or potlucks where you need a dish that feeds a crowd with minimal fuss. The combination of salty, creamy, and cheesy flavors makes this a nostalgic comfort food classic that is sure to please both kids and adults alike.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
  2. Cook elbow macaroni according to package directions until al dente; drain well.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the drained macaroni, thawed broccoli, cubed Spam, and chopped red bell pepper.
  4. In a small saucepan, whisk together skim milk, cornstarch, and pepper until smooth.
  5. Cook milk mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it boils and thickens.
  6. Reduce heat to low and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted and smooth.
  7. Pour the cheese sauce over the pasta and Spam mixture; stir gently to coat everything evenly.
  8. Transfer the mixture to a greased 2-quart casserole dish.
  9. In a small bowl, mix bread crumbs with melted margarine; sprinkle evenly over the top of the casserole.
  10. Bake for 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 66.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.7g2%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 39.6mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 13.9g5%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g15%
Sugars 2.1g
Protein 4.3g9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: casserole, spam, broccoli, macaroni, cheese, comfort food, baked, creamy, weeknight dinner, pasta, comforting, family meal
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