SWISS CHEESE AND HAM MACARONI AND CHEESE

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An All-Time favorite with a twist of swiss cheese and peas. A dish that becomes more addictive with every bite! Talk about Comfort Food.

Provided by Judith N.

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup unsalted butter
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
salt
white pepper
1 pinch ground nutmeg
8 ounces dry elbow macaroni (uncooked)
8 ounces domestic swiss cheese, grated (2 cups grated)
8 ounces ham, cubed
1 cup frozen baby peas, thawed
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a 2 to 3 quart sauce pot, melt butter over medium heat.
  • Add the flour and stir for 2 minutes.
  • Slowly add the milk, whisking to combine.
  • Bring to a simmer, add the salt, white pepper and nutmeg.
  • Reduce the heat to low and let sauce simmer slowly for 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350 degrees and, on the stove top, cook the macaroni according to pkg.
  • directions, drain and place in a large bowl.
  • Remove the sauce from the heat, add the swiss cheese and stir until it melts.
  • Combine the sauce, cubed ham and peas with the drained macaroni.
  • Pour the macaroni mixture into a 11x8x2" dish.
  • Sprinkle the parmesan cheese on top and bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes.
  • Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

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