Special Mac And Cheese For A Crowd Recipe

Name: Special Mac And Cheese For A Crowd
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb macaroni; 1 tablespoon oil; 1 (10 ounce) bag frozen peas; 3 cups ham, chopped; 2 tablespoons butter; 1/4 cup flour; 4 cups milk; 2 cups cheddar cheese; 3 ounces cream cheese; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste; garlic salt, to taste; 1 teaspoon ground mustard; 1/2 cup crouton, crushed

Servings: persons

1 lb macaroni
1 tablespoon oil
1 (10 ounce) bag frozen peas
3 cups ham, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup flour
4 cups milk
2 cups cheddar cheese
3 ounces cream cheese
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
garlic salt, to taste
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 cup crouton, crushed

1
Boil macaroni in water with 1 Tbsp oil in very large pot until tender.
2
Add frozen peas for last minute of boiling time.
3
Drain and keep warm.
4
While macaroni is boiling, melt butter in medium sized bowl in microwave.
5
Add flour to butter and stir until most of lumps are gone.
6
Add milk all at once and stir to get butter paste incorporated.
7
Microwave on high 8 to 10 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes.
8
After first 2 minutes add cream cheese.
9
Continue to stir every 2 minutes until cream cheese is melted in and sauce becomes thick.
10
Add 1-1/2 cups cheese and stir until melted.
11
Mix in salt, pepper, garlic salt and ground mustard.
12
Add to macaroni mixture and stir until sauce is mixed well.
13
Pour into a 9x13-inch casserole.
14
You will probably have enough to fill it and then some. I use two or three 8x8-inch squares.
15
Top with additional cheese and crushed croutons, bake 30 minutes at 350u00b0F.
16
If freezing, leave out last step until ready to bake.

874

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb macaroni, 1 tablespoon oil, 1 (10 ounce) bag frozen peas, 3 cups ham, chopped, and more.

Yes, Special Mac And Cheese For A Crowd falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Special Mac And Cheese For A Crowd

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Variations & substitutions

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