Macaroni and Cheese with Ham
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this hearty Macaroni and Cheese with Ham recipe. Creamy, rich cheddar and gruyere cheeses meld together to create a luscious sauce, perfectly coating tender elbow macaroni. The addition of diced ham brings a savory, smoky twist to this classic dish, while a golden breadcrumb and parmesan topping adds irresistible crunch. Easy to prepare in just under an hour, this baked macaroni and cheese is ideal for cozy family dinners or potluck gatherings. Whether you’re craving a creamy casserole or a kid-friendly favorite, this recipe is an effortless way to elevate your cheesy pasta game. Keywords: macaroni and cheese, baked mac and cheese, ham, cheesy pasta casserole, comfort food recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 g elbow macaroni
- 60 g unsalted butter
- 30 g all-purpose flour
- 750 ml whole milk
- 250 g sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 100 g gruyere cheese, shredded
- 15 g dijon mustard
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 200 g ham, diced
- 50 g bread crumbs
- 50 g parmesan cheese, grated
- 15 ml olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and golden, about 2 minutes.
Gradually whisk in the milk and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook, whisking frequently, until thickened about 5 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the cheddar and gruyere cheeses until completely melted and smooth.
Add in the dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Fold the cooked macaroni and diced ham into the cheese sauce until evenly coated.
Transfer the macaroni mixture to a greased 9x13 inch (23x33 cm) baking dish.
In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, and olive oil. Sprinkle evenly over the macaroni.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the mixture is bubbling.
Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious macaroni and cheese with ham!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
791 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.7 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.3 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 119 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 1462 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.0 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.7 g | ||
| Protein | 38.7 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 733 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 411 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
