Ingredients
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs1/4 teaspoon dried parsley flakes3 tablespoons butter, divided2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 cups milk1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded2 cups cubed fully cooked ham1-1/2 cups cooked fettuccine1 cup frozen peas
Preparation
In a small skillet, cook bread crumbs and parsley in 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat for 4-5 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pan; set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the remaining butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add the milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cheese; cook 2-3 minutes longer or until melted. Stir in the ham, fettuccine and peas.
Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish; sprinkle with bread crumb mixture.
Cover and bake at 350° for 20 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until bubbly.
