CHEESY HAM MACARONI

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I'm often asked to bring this comforting casserole to potluck dinners, and it's a favorite of my family's, too. The rich and creamy easy-to-fix dish is a great way to use leftover baked ham. -Molly Seidel, Edgewood, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (8 ounces) elbow macaroni
6 tablespoons butter, divided
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
2 cups whole milk
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
1/2 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers (about 11 crackers)
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Cook the macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile in large saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Reduce heat. Add the cheese; cook and stir until melted. Stir in the ham, mushrooms and pimientos. Drain macaroni; stir into ham mixture., Transfer to a greased shallow 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with cracker crumbs; dot with remaining butter. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through and bubbly. Sprinkle with parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420 calories, Fat 24g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 80mg cholesterol, Sodium 983mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

sha Dot
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I'm not a huge fan of macaroni and cheese, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The cheese sauce was so creamy and flavorful, and the ham added a nice salty touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Computer Bazar
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This is a great recipe for a comfort food meal. It's cheesy, creamy, and filling. I always feel better after eating a bowl of this macaroni and cheese.


Rana Emmi
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I like to add a little bit of cayenne pepper to this recipe to give it a little bit of a kick. It really takes the dish to the next level.


Talkwell Tariladei Jacob
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This recipe is easy to double or triple, so it's perfect for feeding a crowd. I've made it for large family gatherings and everyone always loves it.


Ashton Montgomery
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I'm a vegetarian, so I omitted the ham from this recipe. It still turned out great! The cheese sauce was so creamy and flavorful, I didn't miss the ham at all.


Mother Computer (Torikul Islam Seyam)
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This is a great recipe for a budget-friendly meal. It's made with simple, affordable ingredients that you can find at any grocery store.


Chinedu Babako
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I made this recipe in a slow cooker and it turned out perfect! I just browned the ham in a skillet before adding it to the slow cooker with the other ingredients. I cooked it on low for 6 hours and it was perfect.


l2 drift
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I'm not a fan of ham, so I substituted cooked chicken in this recipe. It turned out great! The chicken added a nice flavor to the dish.


Sayman Index
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, birthday parties, and even holiday dinners. It's always a hit.


Gabrielle Runyon
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I can add different ingredients to change up the flavor. Sometimes I add diced tomatoes, or cooked broccoli, or even crumbled bacon. It's always delicious.


Mohammad Ali
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The macaroni cooks quickly and the cheese sauce comes together in just a few minutes. I always have the ingredients on hand, so I can make this dish whenever I need a quick meal.


Tanveer ahmad Tanveer ahmad
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about it. I especially liked the fact that it was so easy to make.


ntombi zohlanga
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This recipe was a bit too cheesy for my taste, but my kids loved it. They said it was the best macaroni and cheese they've ever had.


Phyllis Keene
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I'm not a huge fan of macaroni and cheese, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The cheese sauce was so creamy and flavorful, and the ham added a nice salty touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Selassie Tsadidey (#VVU)
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This is my new go-to macaroni and cheese recipe. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love the addition of ham, it really takes this dish to the next level.


ya gamer274
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the crispy breadcrumb topping.


jermaine Richards
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The macaroni was al dente and the cheese sauce was rich and gooey. The ham was a nice addition, but I think it would be just as good without it.


Lily Timbrell
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This cheesy ham macaroni recipe was a hit with my family! The macaroni was cooked perfectly and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. The ham added a nice salty touch. I will definitely be making this again.