FANCY MAC 'N' CHEESE

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People compare my version of mac'n'cheese to their grandma's macaroni and cheese...not knowing it starts out with a purchase box mix. Ham and broccoli add flavor and color. It brings raves at our church socials.-Janet Twigg, Campbellford, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 packages (7-1/4 ounces each) macaroni and white cheddar or cheddar cheese dinner mix
6 cups water
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon butter, divided
1/2 cup milk
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup soft bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Set cheese sauce packet from dinner mix aside. Bring water to a boil. Add macaroni; cook for 4 minutes. Add the broccoli, onion and garlic. Cook 3-6 minutes longer or until macaroni is tender; drain., In a large saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter. Stir in cheese sauce mix and milk. Add the ham, mustard, salt and pepper. Stir in macaroni mixture. , Transfer to a greased broiler-proof 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Melt remaining butter; toss with bread crumbs and cheese. Sprinkle over top. Broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes or until top is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312 calories, Fat 19g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 932mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

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I'm going to make this mac and cheese recipe for my next dinner party.


mr noob
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This mac and cheese recipe is on my to-cook list. It looks amazing.


Andrew Jimenez
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I can't wait to try this mac and cheese recipe. It looks delicious.


Cornelia Moniorcha
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This is the perfect mac and cheese recipe for a special occasion.


Vladimir Rodriguez
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I made this mac and cheese for my family and they loved it. It was a huge hit.


Derrick Austin
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This mac and cheese is the best I've ever had. I highly recommend it.


Kashif bashir
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This is my go-to mac and cheese recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


yazid idiris
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I love this mac and cheese recipe. It's so easy to make and it always turns out great.


Mahady Khan
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This mac and cheese is amazing! It's so creamy and cheesy, and the crispy topping is the perfect finishing touch.


lil v1nce cuh
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I've made this mac and cheese recipe several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold night.


Haysam Ali
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I'm not a huge fan of mac and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so delicious and I couldn't get enough of it.


Sp Shahed
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This is the best mac and cheese recipe I've ever tried. It's so creamy and cheesy, and the crispy topping is the perfect finishing touch.


Seth
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I made this mac and cheese for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Ian Lyman
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I followed the recipe exactly and my mac and cheese turned out amazing. It was cheesy, creamy, and had a nice crispy topping. I highly recommend this recipe.


Riyajul Islam
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This recipe was easy to follow and the mac and cheese turned out perfectly. It was the perfect comfort food for a cold night.


Diponkor sarker
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This mac and cheese recipe was a hit with my family! It was creamy, cheesy, and had a delicious crispy topping. I will definitely be making this again.