SPICY HAM AND TOMATO MACARONI AND CHEESE CASSEROLE

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Make and share this Spicy Ham and Tomato Macaroni and Cheese Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 onion, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh minced garlic
1 -2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1 teaspoon coriander
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup flour
4 1/2 cups half-and-half cream (can use half of each to make 4-1/2 cups) or 4 1/2 cups full-fat milk (can use half of each to make 4-1/2 cups)
1 (28 ounce) can plum tomatoes, well drained and chopped
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
2 cups chopped cooked ham (or to taste)
1 lb elbow macaroni (cooked only to VERY FIRM-tender and drained)
3 cups cheddar cheese
1 1/2 cups fresh breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Set oven to 375 degrees.
  • Butter a 3-quart casserole dish or a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
  • In a large heavy saucepan melt the butter and cook the onion, garlic, jalapenos, coriander and cumin over low heat, stirring until the onion has softened.
  • Stir in flour and cook stirring for 3 minutes.
  • Add in half and half cream and/or milk; bring to a boil, whisking until mixture thickens (about 2 minutes).
  • Add in well-drained tomatoes; simmer for 2 minutes.
  • Add in cayenne, salt and pepper.
  • In a large bowl, mix together cooked macaroni, and tomato/cream mixture.
  • Add in the chopped cooked ham.
  • Stir in the cheddar cheese to combine.
  • Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese, then sprinkle over the casserole.
  • Bake on the second-lowest oven rack for 20-25 minutes, or until golden and bubbling.

Estela Garcia
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I thought this casserole was just okay. It wasn't as flavorful as I expected.


Nita Obeng
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This casserole is a little too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it.


Ram Lal
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I added some chopped green peppers to this casserole and it was delicious!


Apoun Barman
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This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the ham and cheese, and they don't even notice the tomatoes.


Everton Lewis
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I've never made a macaroni and cheese casserole before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. It turned out great!


Cindy Tolentino
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This casserole is so delicious and comforting. It's the perfect dish for a cold winter night.


Raheeqa Shah89
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I made this casserole for my friends and they all raved about it. It's definitely a keeper!


Amaal Amaal
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This casserole is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my kids.


Md Hasan Official song
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I love the combination of ham, tomato, and cheese in this casserole. It's a really hearty and satisfying dish.


SM shojib Khan
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover ham. It's also a really easy dish to make.


Rabia Kanyal
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. My family loved it.


Charmaine Kandenge
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This casserole is so cheesy and flavorful. The ham and tomato add a nice touch.


Aiman Safdar
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I've made this casserole a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.


ali zulfiqarh
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Lindsay Beck
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This casserole was a hit with my family! The ham and tomato added a nice flavor to the macaroni and cheese. I will definitely be making this again.


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