Creamy Mac 'n Cheese With Ham and Tomatoes

Submitted by rohanlori

"I found this recipe in the newspaper. It is attritubed to simpleanddelicious.com. I was in the mood for comfort food when I found this recipe and it is just that! My husband really loved it!"

 

• Ready In: 40mins
• Ingredients: 11
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• nonstick cooking spray
• 8 ounces dry large elbow macaroni, uncooked
• 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
• 1⁄2 teaspoon baking soda
• 3 tablespoons margarine
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 cups chopped fully cooked lean ham
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄8 teaspoon ground black pepper

directions

1. Preheat oven to 375F, spray 8x8-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
2. Cook macaroni according to package directions.
3. Combine tomatoes and baking soda in medium bowl; set aside.
4. Melt margarine in large saucepan over medium-low heat while pasta is cooking.
5. Stir in flour; gradually add milk, stirring constantly.
6. Reduce heat to low; simmer 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
7. Add cheese; stir until melted.
8. Add tomatoes to cheese mixture; blend well.
9. Drain macaroni; add to saucepan.
10. Stir in ham, salt and pepper.
11. Transfer to prepared baking dish and bake uncovered, 20 minutes or until lightly browned.

Reviews

[LucysMom]

OMG! This is the best recipe ever. I Don't know why it has not been rated yet????? M DH ate half the pan and when we ate leftovers they were even better. The ONLY thing I did different was used butter instead of margarine. That's it.