Sunshine Ham And Mac Recipe

Name: Sunshine Ham And Mac
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (7 oz.) pkg. elbow macaroni or 2 c. cooked macaroni; 1/2 c. chopped onion; 2 Tbsp. butter; 2 Tbsp. flour; 1/4 tsp. salt; 1 2/3 c. evaporated milk; 1/2 c. water; 1 1/2 (6 oz.) shredded Cheddar cheese; 1 tsp. prepared mustard; 1 c. chopped ham, cooked; 1/4 c. minced green pepper; 2 to 3 drops hot sauce (if desired)

Servings: persons

1 (7 oz.) pkg. elbow macaroni or 2 c. cooked macaroni
1/2 c. chopped onion
2 Tbsp. butter
2 Tbsp. flour
1/4 tsp. salt
1 2/3 c. evaporated milk
1/2 c. water
1 1/2 (6 oz.) shredded Cheddar cheese
1 tsp. prepared mustard
1 c. chopped ham, cooked
1/4 c. minced green pepper
2 to 3 drops hot sauce (if desired)

1
Cook macaroni according to package directions to have 2 cups. Drain.
2
In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in flour and salt.
3
Gradually stir in milk and water.
4
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until mixture comes to boil and thickens.
5
Remove from heat.
6
Add Cheddar cheese; stir until melted.
7
Add mustard, ham, green pepper, hot sauce and macaroni. Heat to serving temperature or pour into a 1 1/2-quart casserole to heat at 350u00b0 for 1/2 hour.
8
Yields 5 1/2 cups.

405

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (7 oz.) pkg. elbow macaroni or 2 c. cooked macaroni, 1/2 c. chopped onion, 2 Tbsp. butter, 2 Tbsp. flour, and more.

Yes, Sunshine Ham And Mac 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!

Sunshine Ham And Mac

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