Macaroni and Cheese with Ham

 

Macaroni and Cheese with Ham 

We had Ham for Thanksgiving so I am making  Macaroni and Cheese with diced Ham. A true Southern classic,,,, Lisa 

#leftoversrecipe 

• 1 lb elbow macaroni  (cooked/drained)
• 1/2 stick butter
• 1/4 C AP flour
• 1 1/2 C sharp cheddar cheese (yellow) 
• 1 1/2  C  white cheddar cheese 
• 8  oz Ham / diced
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/3 C  bread crumbs
• 1 Tablespoon melted butter

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
• Melt butter in a large, heavy pot over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Add milk in a slow, steady stream whisking to keep from lumping. 
• Cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until mixture is thick and bubbly. Whisk frequently during this time.
• Season with 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg. Reserve 3/4 cup of cheese and place remaining cheese in pot and stir until melted.
• Remove from heat and stir in cooked pasta and ham. Transfer to a lightly greased 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Top with remaining 3/4 cup cheese.
• Combine bread  crumbs and melted butter in a small bowl and sprinkle on top of mac and cheese.
• Bake for 30 minute