Ham & Cheese Mac & Cheese Recipe
Lip-smacking Smoked Ham and Swiss
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
- 3
Add Milk
Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue to whisk until the mixture is smooth and starts to thicken, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Season the Sauce
Add salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika to the sauce, stirring well to combine.
- 5
Incorporate Cheese and Ham
Remove the pot from heat and stir in the shredded Swiss cheese until melted and creamy. Add the diced smoked ham and mix until combined.
- 6
Combine with Pasta
Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until the pasta is well coated.
- 7
Serve
Serve hot, garnished with additional cheese or herbs if desired.
