Macaroni and Cheese with Ham Cubes

    Description

    Repurpose ham leftovers with this hearty, filling family favorite.

    Summary

    Yield
    Prep Time5 minutes
    RecipesFreezer

    Ingredients

    • 2 1⁄2 c white sauce
    • 1⁄2 t dry mustard
    • 6 oz cheddar cheese, shredded
    • 8 oz elbow macaroni
    • 1 1⁄2 c ham, cubed

    Instructions

    Stir dry mustard into white sauce; add 1 3/4 cup grated cheese and stir until melted (reserve 1/4 cup cheese for topping).

    Cook elbow macaroni for six minutes; drain. Add cheese sauce to macaroni; stir. Turn into a greased, 2-quart casserole dish; stir in ham cubes. Top with reserved grated cheese.

    To freeze: cover casserole with aluminum foil; seal dish in jumbo freezer bag. Freeze.

    To prepare: place frozen casserole (covered with aluminum foil) in preheated 375-degree oven. Bake for 25 minutes; remove aluminum foil. Bake 25 minutes more, or until hot and bubbly.