Savory Ham and Noodle Casserole

By MaryGladys

Ingredients

• 12 oz Medium or Wide Egg Noodles
• 1 15-oz. low-fat ricotta cheese
• 1 cup low-fat sour cream
• 3/4 cup skim milk
• 1 cup finely chopped, cooked ham
• 1/3 cup grated Parmesan or Romano cheese
• 1 10-oz. package frozen peas, thawed
• 3 egg whites, lightly beaten or 3/4 cup egg substitute
• 2 Tbs chopped fresh dill or your favorite herb or 2 tsp. dried herbs
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Heat oven to 350° F. Prepare noodles according to package directions.

Meanwhile, combine ricotta cheese, sour cream, milk, Parmesan and ham in a large bowl; mix well. Add peas, egg whites, dill or other herb, salt and pepper. Drain noodles; rinse with cool water.

Add noodles to bowl; toss to coat with ricotta mixture. Spread evenly into 9 x 13-inch glass baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until golden brown. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.