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| Cheesy Ham and Banana Casserole Recipe courtesy Paula Deen Show: Paula's Home Cooking Episode: Gone Bananas Overall User Rating:  |
Mixed feelings
12/31/2006 at 10:19am
User: Jessica from Wisconsin Rapids, WI User Rating:
I have mixed feelings about this one. Although I really like the flavors, the bananas, no matter how firm they were, still got too mushy. I would take others suggestions to use pineapple instead, also. The pineapple holds up better in cooking and you need that texture to help the flavor "pop."
Suggested Improvements
12/27/2006 at 10:28am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
The basic ingredients made this a pretty good breakfast casserole, but based on my comparison with other similar casseroles I've made, I would highly recommend making a few changes to the recipe as follows: *Eliminate buttering both sides of the bread slices (the butter makes the bread very soggy) *Eliminate the banannas (they turn brown once they're cut and cooked and are very mushy - not a great combination) *Use diced ham instead of deli slices - makes it much easier for cutting serving and eating)
NOT TOO BAD!
12/12/2006 at 02:59pm
User: JOYCE from AUBURN, IN User Rating:
After seeing all the reviews, I didn't know what to think about this recipe. I decided to try it but I tweeked it alittle. I made two 8 x 8 pans instead of one 9 x 13 and made one with banana and one with pineapple. My husband and daughter prefered the pineapple and I liked the banana. It was fun to experiment with the two flavors.
Crazy but GOOD!
12/10/2006 at 04:24pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I know there have been some mixed reviews (to say the least) about this recipe. I happen to be one of those people who LOVED it! It's definitely a breakfast or brunch casserole (as Paula said), but it's great. I didn't have any ham or regular potato chips on hand, so I used deli sliced turkey and Original Pringles instead. My whole family enjoyed it, and it was nice to make something with ingredients that I didn't have to go to the store for. I just used what I had, and it still turned out great. My husband thought that the ham would have added extra flavor, but he liked it the way it was. One of my favorite parts of it was the crispy, crunchy top. The cheese, chips, bacon and custard really set up into something wonderfully salty and delicious. It was nice to have the sweet bananas to cut that. I wouldn't change a thing about this recipe. If you're adventurous try it!
Yes, We have no bananas
12/03/2006 at 10:43am
User: Sally from Vero Beach, FL User Rating:
Overall this casserole works, except for the bananas. After reading the reviews, I went ahead and made it, however I cut everything in half, as I didn't need so much. It wouldn't be a bad dish to serve WITHOUT the bananas. I agree with others that maybe pineapple would be better. Paula missed the mark with this one, I wouldn't make it again.
As Paula would say...YUUM!
12/02/2006 at 03:04pm
User: Jerome from Costa Mesa, CA User Rating:
A lot of people don't like this recipe, but you have to be open to different flavors. I followed the recipe exactly as she said and it turned out wonderfully! I don't know if buttering each piece of toast was necessary because the casserole was just so moist with the eggs anyways. If you don't want to put bananas, you don't have to...I'm sure it tastes great even without them!
poor
11/30/2007 at 05:44pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
made recepie, trow it away, nobody liked it
Great breakfast dish.
11/29/2006 at 12:18pm
User: Fiona from Lake Orion, MI User Rating:
I loved this dish, it was pretty easy to make and it made the house smell so good. It was very good, you would never guess it would taste so good.
This may be good if you're a monkey
11/28/2006 at 01:31pm
User: KATY from Memphis, TN User Rating:
Waaaay too much banana taste. I should have known, but I tried it anyway. This will NOT be repeated at out home....cloying,sweet and gooey. Such a waste of valuable food,time and effort.
satisfaction achieved
11/21/2006 at 04:35pm
User: tyler from kokomo, IN User Rating:
You woulod never believe the taste of this sensation until you have made it yourself and tried it. This dish is such a crazy combination of flavors. This dish is sure to become a new satisfying Thanksgiving treat.
not very good!
11/10/2006 at 08:52am
User: Connie from Greenville, OH User Rating:
I was leery to try this recipe because the combination sounded just really wierd but it being a "Paula" recipe I was anxious to try it. I took it to work none the less for my birthday treat. I spent almost $15.00 on the ingredients and I could not believe how truly bad it was, I actually gagged. I now know not to try this again. I am one to try anything once, but I was really disappointed in this recipe.
once was enough
11/03/2006 at 02:04pm
User: Erlynn from Lancaster, TX User Rating:
This casserole was a new experience and we enjoyed it but prefer a less sweet taste. Lightly toasting the bread might have helped the consistency. My son-in-law thought the bananas were mushrooms! He had two helpings.
Hate to say it...didn't go 'Bananas' over it!
10/29/2006 at 09:09pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
First let me say that I'm a HUGE fan of Paula Deen's cooking. That being said, I wouldn't recommend this recipe unless you absolutely LOVE bananas. If you're just mildly fond of bananas, you will probably be disappointed. I think this breakfast casserole would have been improved by making it savory instead of going for the sweet. My family (who likes just about everything I cook) was not impressed with this one and I ended up tossing about 1/2 of the leftover portions...sorry to say!
Was a Hit and A Miss
10/14/2006 at 06:49pm
User: STEPHANIE from Coon Rapids, MN User Rating:
I'm giving this a 3 star. I substituted cubed ham for the deli ham because that's what I had on hand. My parents and older brother really liked this (so much so my Mom asked for the recipe). I thought it was just OK, but not something I'd likely make again. I was really surprised because my Dad doesn't like casseroles generally. He asked for seconds!
TOO WET
10/10/2007 at 08:07pm
User: RITA from SACRAMENTO, CA User Rating:
Well since I'm allergic to banannas I used pineapple. I did not like the mixture you pour over the bread.
Leave out the bananas!
10/10/2006 at 10:48pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I'm a huge Paula fan so I hate to say this, but this recipe did not taste good. What made it bad was the bananas. I might try the recipe again and substitute sliced turkey breast for the bananas and also leave out the nutmeg. The suggestion below for pineapple also sounds good!
not a good taste at all
10/10/2006 at 12:27pm
User: Sudy from Wichita, KS User Rating:
We tried the recipe for Cheesy ham and banana casserole last night. No one liked the bananas in the casserole and the casserole on a whole was not good. Everyone had to have something else to eat and the dogs ate our dinner. We love to watch Paula on TV and have enjoyed other recipes she has but not this one.
Just a little tweak
10/10/2006 at 10:49am
User: Shelly from Akron, OH User Rating:
First time I tried it...not so good. A can of really, really well drained pineapple instead of the bananas did the trick. I also threw in about 1/2 cup of Gruyere in the topping and now I'm in love with this recipe. I think this is one reason why I love Paula's recipes so much - they're easy to adapt to different ingredients/tastes/textures. Keep it going, Paula!!
Best Casserolr
10/08/2006 at 07:04pm
User: Judith from Dothan, AL User Rating:
This was delicious and so easy to make. No leftovers !
Banana let down
09/24/2007 at 02:00pm
User: Rachael from Hartland, WI User Rating:
I was very excited about this recipe and couldn't wait to make it for my family. The banana just didn't seem to fit in with the other flavors. I do think I will make this again but leave out the banana, maybe change it up and add some swiss cheese and diced chicken
Not Good
09/17/2007 at 10:38am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Yucky
Very funny Paula
09/17/2006 at 06:54pm
User: lorrie from Miami, FL User Rating:
Ha Ha Ha, Very funny Paula. This must have been an April Fool's Day show. This is the NASTIEST thing ever. I'm made some on Paula's things before and usually they are very good, but what gives with this one. Please, go back and try again.
Use of bananas
09/16/2007 at 12:11pm
User: Joan from Savannah, GA User Rating:
The cooked bananas leave an unpleasant after taste. Three of us tried the receipe without telling each other what we thought - all with the same result. We resorted to scraping off the bananas which made the top layer edible.
Cheesy Ham and Banana Casserole
09/13/2007 at 11:30pm
User: Linda from Mission Viejo, CA User Rating:
Would have been much better without the bananas.
A Huge Disappointment
09/13/2006 at 01:29pm
User: Heather from Houston, TX User Rating:
I saw this casserole yesterday and thought the combo of ingredients sounded so odd that it must be really good. That on top of Paula's enthusiasm made me want to try it a couple of days later. Sadly, it was such a huge disappointment. No one would eat it. I ended up throwing it all out-- and what was on everyone's plate was also thrown out. The textures were wrong. The flavors were wrong. The dish was just wrong. Sorry, Paula, but this dish is not worth the time or money.
YIKES!!!
09/12/2007 at 04:40pm
User: Lorin from San Marcos, CA User Rating:
Truly a horrifying dish. In defense of Paula, I submit that we all have a few freakazoid taste buds that are very accepting of weird flavor combinations. While different for each of us, I think we all have them. This one wasn't resonating with my freakazoid taste buds, but obviously others had a different experience. I do like that Paula has the courage to just be a crazy cook, sometimes. GO PAULA.
Awesome
09/11/2006 at 09:27pm
User: shaun from perry, UT User Rating:
Very new and very good! I enjoy very much watching her show. Shaun Perry,UT
strange but delicious combo
09/10/2006 at 10:53pm
User: Jeffrey from Madison, WI User Rating:
Paula did it again! It sounded like a strange mix but it worked out really well!
GAK!
09/06/2006 at 07:25pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
If I could give this less than 1 star I would. Sorry Paula - this misses the mark big time.
So Stinkin' Surprised!
09/04/2006 at 07:13pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
My roommate and I watched this episode in disbelief, printed the recipe just for fun...then decided tonight to make it. As Paula told us on the show, we were "so stinkin' surprised!" that it was actually good!!
Great Brunch Idea
09/02/2006 at 06:37pm
User: Benita from Providence Forge, VA User Rating:
This recipe was not only easy and fun to make, it was delicious. My children, who normally avoid anything that looks even similar to a casserole, enjoyed it a great deal. Maybe we can attribute that to the potato chips on top.
oh NO NO NO
09/02/2006 at 04:04pm
User: DAVID from Denver, CO User Rating:
This is without a doubt the most disgusting thing I have ever wasted good money making. What was she thinking?? I would feed it to the dog. Mush city!
Not good at all
09/02/2006 at 10:56am
User: Darryl from Phenix City, AL User Rating:
Paula, You must have had an off day to come up this mess. I know you are better than this one recipe and I won't hold it against you. These flavor just don't blend together and never will. This recipe just has too much working to be any good. The taste was bland and the dish was soggy overall.
Hit or Miss
09/02/2006 at 10:24am
User: Irene from Galveston, TX User Rating:
We tried this recipe with an open (adventurous) mind, and it "missed" the mark for us.
HORRID
09/01/2006 at 10:22pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Big mistake this was , I usaully like her recipes but this one was just plain gross- will never recommend this to anyone. Seems like she could not find any other use for her bannanas. Yikes. Icky.
Cheesy Ham and Banana Casserole
09/01/2006 at 10:21pm
User: brian from dubois, PA User Rating:
I have to admit I was extremely dissapointed. This has been the only recipe of Paula's that gagged me. It was bland, soggy and the flavord just don't mix well. After 2 bites I threw the entire pan of it away. Even my dog wouldn't touch it. After spending $$$ espically 8.00 for a pound of deli sliced ham it was a big waster of money and time. I will forgive you this time Paula. You still rock!!
Mushy and Weird
09/01/2006 at 04:53pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I usually eat anything with cheese, eggs, bread and so forth, but this is just a mush of weirdness. Even I could not finish this. Disappointing.
Yuck
09/01/2006 at 03:44pm
User: Montine from Orlando, FL User Rating:
Did not like this recipe at all. Bananas and ham just does not go together well...Had to throw it all away! Family did not like it.
Aweful
09/01/2006 at 02:09pm
User: nicole from st. john, IN User Rating:
Too many flavors/tastes. Yuck. Had to throw all away. I even left the bananas out.
JUST OKAY
09/01/2006 at 09:44am
User: Carol from Dublin, OH User Rating:
This seemed like a whimsical adventure. I thought that the pairing of these ingredients could turn out to be really bad or really good and wanted to try it. Actually, it's neither. It's...well, FOOD ...meaning sustenance. Paula said that the taste would be surprising. What was surprising is how unsurprising it was. After dinner, we gave the remainder to a co-worker who buys canned spaghetti from a vending machine for lunch. He'll love it.
perfect for brunch
09/01/2006 at 02:46am
User: Gretchen from La Habra, CA User Rating:
My husband and I really were surprised at how good this dish was. It would be absolutely perfect as a brunch dish. The crispy top was perfect. I had to make a little extra sauce because the bread soaked up the moisture pretty fast but even with the slight change it was really tasty.
Too many flavors
08/30/2006 at 06:50pm
User: Phyllis from Lakeland, FL User Rating:
I love anything with bananas so I tried Paula's casserole. She said we'd be 'darned surprised'. I was! Way too many flavors, cheese, chips, bacon. Only tasty item was the warm bananas. Thought this might be good to serve to 'the ladies' but I won't be making it again.
outstanding
08/29/2006 at 08:24am
User: mary from erie, PA User Rating:
this meal was simple, nutritous, and great tasting
Well, there's always a first time...
08/28/2006 at 08:48pm
User: Andra from Sunnyvale, CA User Rating:
This absolutely did not work as a favor combination for us. Funny thing, Paula mentioning people who liked pineapple on pizza, because that is what I ended up doing in order to salvage dinner, remade the dish using canned pineapple in place of the bananas and upping the cheddar cheese in the topping and ending up with a dish my guys really liked. This was the first time a "Paula" recipe got the thumbs down from my group.
YUM
08/28/2006 at 08:07pm
User: Lourdes from Chula Vista, CA User Rating:
I know it sounds odd, but it tastes AMAZING! Never say you don't like anything until you try it.
grandma christina
08/28/2006 at 07:55pm
User: christina from bremerton, WA User Rating:
I watched you make it then I did and my family loved it.
Bland
08/28/2006 at 04:02pm
User: Douglas from Atlanta, GA User Rating:
This recipe was the first time I have been disaappointed in any of Paula's recipes. This recipe is bland. There is very little flavor in the dish. The cooked bananas do not provide any substantive flavor to the dish.
surprisingly good
08/28/2006 at 12:32pm
User: Susan from thomasville, GA User Rating:
Iloved it.
yuck!
08/27/2006 at 05:40pm
User: jan from fort worth, TX User Rating:
I did not like this dish at all. Neither did the 8 people I served it to. Would not make this again.
Glad I tried it...
08/27/2006 at 03:42pm
User: Kandes from Clarksville, TN User Rating:
I love Miss Paula and her show. I just made the casserole, and it wasn't bad, but my family didn't go wild over it either. I doubt I'd make this one again. We were not loving the combination of the banana with the other flavors. It was definitely something new to us. It was fun to try out a new recipe though.
not good
08/27/2006 at 09:38am
User: lori from perry, MI User Rating:
The bottom was hard the top was hard and the center was mushy. My family didnt like the bannana combination enough to work out the hard & mushy issues.
Awesome Easy Delicious
08/26/2006 at 11:11am
User: Mike from Clarkston, MI User Rating:
The title says it all really. This dish is so easy and kids love it breakfast, lunch or dinner. Lady Paula has hit a home run with this one in our eyes.
Different
05/30/2007 at 10:57am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Tasted good but is not something I would make on a regular basis
Pretty good
04/08/2007 at 03:14am
User: John from Lowell, AR User Rating:
First off, may I say this? If you change a recipe and it don't turn out good...well, don't blame the original and give it low marks. With that said...this is a fairly decent recipe. It's not something I'd want a lot. But for something different it's pretty good.
Strange but Good
04/05/2007 at 01:41pm
User: Melissa from San Antonio, TX User Rating:
The combination of ingredients is different, but does make a good breakfast casserole.
Bananas
03/29/2007 at 01:04pm
User: Margaret from Pottstown, PA User Rating:
The ham and banana casserole was very good, but I would substitue onions for the bananas
NASTY- DO NOT WASTE MONEY OR TIME
03/26/2007 at 01:33pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I love Paula's Recipe. I wasted alot of time and money on this recipe, and i was astounded when i served it a brunch, and saw the looks on my guests faces! We opted for pizza! This is disguisting... no if and or buts about it. Poor dish Paula.. not "heavenly"
WASTE!
03/26/2007 at 12:26am
User: Legacy from Elk Grove, CA User Rating:
Ok, so this is the first Paula Deen recipe I've made, and I must say I was very dissapointed. I went to the store to get bananas, and cheese, and came out spending $75. Then got home and forgot how many eggs she used so I pulled up the recipe and saw the reviews....Like many others, I thought...hey I'll try it. UGH. My 2 yr old wouldn't touch it. When I made him try a bite, and asked him if he wanted more he replied, "nope, no, uhuh." My fiance said I don't want you to be mad if I throw up, and the first bite I took was ok, so I made a serving, and the more I ate, the more I felt sick. I'm sorry but this was not a good recipe. And after reading all the reviews, I only used 1 banana. Waste of time, money, and calories.
Perfect for Brunch
03/25/2008 at 04:56pm
User: beatriz from augusta, ME User Rating:
Everyone loved the unusual combination, but the recipe on line has a flaw. When Paula did the recipe on TV she baked for 15 minutes. At least I thought so. Under cooking time the recipe shows 10 minutes, but then the recipe says to bake for 45 minutes. I went with what I saw on TV and baked for 15 minutes. Everyone loved. No wonder so many people are complaining. They are baking for 45 minutes and the bananas are black. LOL Food Network should check the transcript and see the real time for cooking this recipe.
Superb
03/24/2007 at 01:14pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I "tweaked" this recipe as well. When I saw this on TV I wanted to make it RIGHT AWAY so I used what I had on hand. I toasted and used pumpernickle bread, sliced BBQ Turkey, Velveeta cheese, pepperoni instead of baccon, and used fat free half and half and "I can't Believe it's Not Butter" spray. Also, I used baked lays instead of the regular chips. MAKE THIS RECIPE. YUMMMMMMMMMM.
terrible
03/24/2007 at 10:42am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
OMG this is just nasty and gross.
Yes, we have bananas, not!
03/20/2008 at 09:32pm
User: s from byron center, MI User Rating:
My husband, daughterm and I all tried this recipe. The bananas didn't add anything to the taste that we were excited about. The bottom layer of bread was too soggy. I know I cooked it long enough for it was bubble and golden brown. We have been trying to figure out how to tweak it abit. Like leave out the bananas and bread, and maybe replace the bread with a layer of Hash browns, and also leave out the potatoe chips. It was edible, but I'm trying to figure out what to do with the leftovers, I hate to throw them out. I thought about putting a piece in a fry pan and see if it would cook up that bottom piece of bread alittle better.
Banana, banana casserole
03/18/2007 at 08:20pm
User: Melissa from Louisville, KY User Rating:
This recipe was very easy to make. I made it for a family get together. The bananas threw everybody off. Most everyone tried it, but most didn't like it. The 2 pickiest eaters liked it though which surprised me. Some people tried to pick out the bananas, but they said that didn't work because the banana flavor was throughout the entire casserole. I didn't love it, but I like it.
Not a big hit
03/09/2008 at 12:25pm
User: Rex from Bremerton, WA User Rating:
Although I baked at 350 for 45 minutes as directed, the bottom slices of bread were soggy and uncooked, and you could not tell until you were ready to serve it. The Bananas were an interresting concept, but I just don't think they made a good combination with the other ingredients. There was no clear directions on how much deli ham to use. The deli sliced ham that I used was not tender enough to cut with a fork, causing guests to use steak knives to cut bite size portions.
Flavors did not work together
02/25/2008 at 02:03pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I love Paula and most of her recipes are great, but this one just missed the mark. The banana flavor did not work with the other ingredients. I'm an adventurous eater and often like strange combinations, but not this one. After cooking for 45 minutes, the bananas tasted a little fermented and overpowered the other ingredients. I won't make this again.
Lackluster recipe falls flat
02/22/2008 at 10:35am
User: Tori from Fresno, TX User Rating:
The recipe itself was accurate, still the flavor and texture fell flat with my husband and daughter. If I ever try this again, I might use a more savory replacement for the bread and chips, like rosemary bread or herb seasoned breadcrumbs.
Good but not the best
02/18/2008 at 03:54pm
User: Ryan from Springfield, IL User Rating:
I made this for my family and a couple friends last night and I got mixed reviews. I think the main complaint was that the food seemed a bit fatty. Maybe because of the butter or maybe the cream. I would love to try this again and modify it to a low-fat version. If anyone has a suggestion I would like to know. (Sorry Paula but butter is not always better.)
Different and Delicious
02/17/2008 at 08:59pm
User: PAUL from newton, IA User Rating:
My mom always asks, "It's good, but should I make it again?" The answer to this recipe is a resounding "YES!" Super-easy and delcious. I can suggest using bananas that are more on the green side. They seemed to hold up much better. You lose a little of the banana flavor, but they don't cook to mush or turn brown.
Cheesy Ham & Banana Casserole
02/17/2008 at 01:57pm
User: Elise from Statesboro, GA User Rating:
I thought this was just absolutely awful! Definitely not "out of this world". I love Paula's show and recipes, but this one really does not need to be used.
Yummy Casserole
01/24/2007 at 02:49pm
User: Patti from Philadelphia, PA User Rating:
i really liked this recipe, however, i would consider replacing the bananas with pineapples....either way it's delicious!
Disgusting
01/04/2007 at 01:17am
User: Sylvia from Andrews AFB, MD User Rating:
I love Paula Deen. I read the mixed reviews. One said if you probably like pineapple and ham you might be more inclined to like this. I do, so I thought I'd try it. What a waste of perfectly delicious ingredients! Nothing meshed together. It was so gross. My husband ate a serving but I couldn't take more than a few bites. I kept trying but just had to admit this was disgusting. My husband didn't eat the whole serving as intended, he separated out the ingredients and ate it like that. It just was an awful combination all together. Even though it still sounds good to me, the way it came out was awful. I followed all the directions except did not butter the bread because of some of the review tips.