Cuban Casserole Recipe
This Cuban Casserole combines savory pulled pork, smoky ham, and melted Swiss cheese in a creamy mustard sauce, baked to bubbly perfection. It’s a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for a quick family dinner or a casual gathering.
- Author: Mick
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cuban
Meat
- 4 cups prepared pulled pork (not with sauce or carnitas)
- 8 ounces sliced ham (cut into small pieces)
Dairy & Sauces
- 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese (shredded yourself for better melting)
- 1 cup whipping cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- ¼ cup yellow mustard
Additional Ingredients
- 1 cup sliced dill pickles
- Additional pickles for garnish
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Prepare Sauce: In a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat, combine the whipping cream, softened cream cheese, and yellow mustard. Stir continuously until the cream cheese melts and a smooth sauce forms.
- Add Meats and Pickles: Stir in the pulled pork, diced ham, half of the sliced dill pickles, and half of the shredded Swiss cheese into the sauce, mixing well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Combine Ingredients: Ensure the mixture is well incorporated and heated through on the stove.
- Top with Cheese and Pickles: Sprinkle the remaining Swiss cheese and remaining sliced pickles evenly on top of the mixture in the skillet for a flavorful topping.
- Bake: Place the skillet in the oven and bake at 400°F (205°C) for 20 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is fully melted and slightly golden.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and garnish with additional pickles if desired before serving.
Notes
- Shredding your own Swiss cheese helps it melt better and improves the texture.
- Use a large oven-safe skillet like a 12-inch cast iron pan to avoid transferring before baking.
- Adjust the amount of pickles according to your taste preference for tanginess.
- Ensure pulled pork does not have sauce or carnitas seasoning to maintain balanced flavors.
- Serving warm is best, and leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated.
Keywords: Cuban casserole, pulled pork casserole, baked casserole, cheesy casserole, pork and ham bake