Spam and Macaroni Hash
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistibly comforting Spam and Macaroni Hash, a family-friendly skillet meal that combines timeless flavors with effortless prep. Featuring savory, golden-crisp cubes of Spam, tender elbow macaroni, and vibrant veggies like bell peppers, onions, and peas, this one-pan wonder is elevated with a hint of soy sauce and a luscious layer of melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for busy nights, this 30-minute recipe delivers a satisfying balance of textures and bold, nostalgic flavors with minimal effort. Whether served as a hearty main or a flavorful side dish, this Spam and Macaroni Hash is sure to become a crowd-pleasing favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 12 oz Spam (original or flavor of choice)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 1 medium bell pepper (any color)
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp salt (optional)
Instructions
Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, dice the Spam into small cubes, finely chop the onion, and dice the bell pepper. Mince the garlic cloves.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the Spam cubes and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden and crispy. Remove the Spam from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the onion and bell pepper for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 30 seconds, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Stir in the cooked macaroni, frozen peas, and the cooked Spam. Toss everything together over medium heat for 2-3 minutes.
Drizzle the soy sauce over the mixture and season with black pepper. Taste and adjust salt as necessary.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top and cover the skillet with a lid. Allow the cheese to melt for about 2 minutes.
Serve hot as a comforting main dish or as a hearty side. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2881 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 160.4 g | 206% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.0 g | 325% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 363 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 7238 mg | 315% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 229.5 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.4 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.1 g | ||
| Protein | 117.4 g | 235% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 900 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 15.3 mg | 85% | |
| Potassium | 1562 mg | 33% | |
*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.
