Macaroni and Cheese Perfection

1. 1

   Bring pasta water to a boil.

2. 2

   Cook the shells al dente and drain.

3. 3

   Place them in a large baking dish and set aside.

4. 4

   Add the peas and ham to the pasta shells.

5. 5

   In a sauce pan, melt the butter over low heat so that it doesn't burn.

6. 6

   Add flour and stir with a wisk until the mixture thickens.

7. 7

   Slowly add the milk so it doesn't cool off the butter and keep stirring.

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   Once the milk is added, continue to stir with the wisk.

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   When the milk starts to simmer slightly, add 1/2 of the cheese, a little at a time, allowing it to melt completely before adding more.

10. 10

    When the sauce has the cheese melted in it, add it to the shells; stir to mix.

11. 11

    Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top of the shells.

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    Sprinkle with the Panko bread crumbs.

13. 13

    Place in a 400 degree Fahrenheit oven for 15 to 20 minutes.

14. 14

    Serve hot.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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