How to Make Ham and Mac Bake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Ham and Mac Bake is a classic comfort food dish that satisfies both kids and adults. This hearty casserole is a delicious combination of savory ham, creamy cheese sauce, and tender macaroni noodles. It's the perfect dish for those busy weeknights when you need a quick and easy meal that everyone will love.

With just a few simple ingredients, this recipe comes together in no time. The ham adds a smoky, salty flavor to the dish, while the cheese sauce adds a rich and creamy texture. Com...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup elbow macaroni
  • ¼ cup butter
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons brown mustard
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
  • 2 cups peeled and sliced Granny Smith apples
  • 1 ½ cups soft bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes. Drain.
  • Melt 1/4 cup butter in a large saucepan over medium heat; whisk flour, brown sugar, mustard, salt, and black pepper into butter. Pour in milk and bring to a simmer; reduce heat to low and whisk until sauce is thick and bubbly, about 5 minutes. Stir macaroni, ham, and apple slices into sauce. Spread mixture into a 2-quart casserole.
  • Combine soft bread crumbs with 2 tablespoons melted butter in a bowl; sprinkle crumbs over casserole.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until casserole is bubbly and crumb topping is browned, about 35 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    390 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 58mg
    • Sodium: 842mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 37g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 14g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 16mg
    • Calcium: 135mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 359mg