Ham and Cheese Macaroni Bake With Peas Recipe

Name: Ham and Cheese Macaroni Bake With Peas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb uncooked medium elbow macaroni; 1 ½ cups chopped lean ham; 1 ½ cups frozen peas; cooking spray; ½ cup finely chopped onion; 3 cups 2% low-fat milk; 1 cup shredded reduced-fat extra sharp cheddar cheese; 1 cup shredded swiss cheese; ¾ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; ⅛ teaspoon ground red pepper; white bread; 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Servings: persons

1 lb uncooked medium elbow macaroni
1 ½ cups chopped lean ham
1 ½ cups frozen peas
cooking spray
½ cup finely chopped onion
3 cups 2% low-fat milk
1 cup shredded reduced-fat extra sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded swiss cheese
¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon ground red pepper
white bread
2 tablespoons butter, melted

1
Preheat oven to 400.
2
Cook pasta in boiling water 6 minutes.
3
Drain and rinse with cold water; drain.
4
Combine pasta, ham, and peas in a large bowl.
5
Heat a medium saucepan over medium heat.
6
Coat pan with cooking spray.
7
Add onion to pan; cook 4 minutes, stirring frequently.
8
Add milk; bring to simmer.
9
Remove from heat; stir in cheeses, salt, and peppers.
10
Pour cheese mixture over pasta mixture; stir to coat.
11
Spoon pasta mixture into a 13 x 9inch baking dish coated with cooking spray.
12
Place bread in a food processor; pulse 10 times or until coarse crumbs measure 1 1/4 cups.
13
Combine breadcrumbs and butter in a bowl.
14
Arrange breadcrumb mixture evenly over pasta mixture.
15
Bake at 400 for 20 minutes or until lightly browned.

621

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb uncooked medium elbow macaroni, 1 ½ cups chopped lean ham, 1 ½ cups frozen peas, cooking spray, and more.

Yes, Ham and Cheese Macaroni Bake With Peas falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Ham and Cheese Macaroni Bake With Peas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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