Jul 14 2026

Ham & Broccoli Mac Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make Ham & Broccoli Mac Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Vegetables

Cheese Sauce

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Macaroni

    In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Blanch the Broccoli

    In the same pot, add the fresh broccoli florets to boiling water and blanch for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and set aside with the macaroni.

Cheese Sauce

  1. 3

    Make the Roux

    In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until it forms a paste.

  2. 4

    Add Milk

    Gradually pour in the milk while whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Continue to cook until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.

  3. 5

    Incorporate Cheese and Seasonings

    Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Add salt, black pepper, and garlic powder, mixing well.

Combine and Serve

  1. 6

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, blanched broccoli, and diced ham. Pour the cheese sauce over the mixture and stir until evenly coated.

  2. 7

    Serve

    Transfer the ham and broccoli mac to a serving dish. Optionally, garnish with additional shredded cheese or herbs. Serve warm.

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