Macaroni and Cheese With Ham Recipe

Name: Macaroni and Cheese With Ham
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted; kosher salt, to taste; 12 ounces rigatoni pasta; 2 slices crustless white bread; 2 teaspoons finely chopped thyme; 1 small onion, finely chopped; ½ cup flour; 3 cups milk; 2 cups heavy cream; 12 ounces grated sharp cheddar cheese; 8 ounces roughly chopped cooked ham (any variety will do); 3 ounces blue cheese, crumbled; ½ cup minced flat leaf parsley; ¼ teaspoon hot sauce, such as Tabasco; 4 scallions, finely chopped; ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
kosher salt, to taste
12 ounces rigatoni pasta
2 slices crustless white bread
2 teaspoons finely chopped thyme
1 small onion, finely chopped
½ cup flour
3 cups milk
2 cups heavy cream
12 ounces grated sharp cheddar cheese
8 ounces roughly chopped cooked ham (any variety will do)
3 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
½ cup minced flat leaf parsley
¼ teaspoon hot sauce, such as Tabasco
4 scallions, finely chopped
¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg

1
Grease a 2-qt.
2
baking pan with 1 tablespoons butter; set aside.
3
Bring a 6-qt.pot of salted water to a boil.
4
Add pasta; cook until al dente.
5
Drain pasta, rinse; set aside.
6
Pulse bread into crumbs in food processor; mix with 4 tablespoons butter; set aside.
7
Heat oven to 400F Melt remaining butter in a 6-qt.
8
pot over medium heat.
9
Add thyme and onions; cook until soft, 68 minutes.
10
Whisk in flour; cook 23 minutes.
11
Whisk in milk and cream.
12
Increase heat to medium-high; cook, whisking, until thick, 1012 minutes.
13
Whisk in salt, cheddar, ham, blue cheese, parsley, hot sauce, scallions, pepper, and nutmeg.
14
Stir in pasta; add to pan; sprinkle with bread crumbs.
15
Bake until bubbly, 3040 minutes.

1457

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Fat

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted, kosher salt, to taste, 12 ounces rigatoni pasta, 2 slices crustless white bread, and more.

Yes, Macaroni and Cheese With Ham 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Macaroni and Cheese With Ham

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Variations & substitutions

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