Ham and Swiss Mac and Cheese
Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
50 minutes
Servings:
Ingredients
  • 8 ounce elbow macaroni
  • 3 tablespoon butter
  • 2 tablespoon flour
  • 1 tablespoon ground mustard
  • 2 teaspoon rubbed sage
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 cup milk
  • 3 cup swiss cheese, shredded
  • 2 cup cooked ham
  • 1/4 cup plain bread crumbs
Directions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Cook macaroni in large saucepan as directed on package for al dente pasta.
  3. Rinse under cold water; drain well.
  4. Melt butter in same saucepan on medium heat.
  5. Sprinkle with flour and seasonings.
  6. Cook and stir 1 minute or until well blended.
  7. Gradually stir in milk until smooth.
  8. Stirring constantly, cook 3 minutes or until sauce starts to thicken.
  9. Stir in cheese until melted and smooth.
  10. Remove from heat.
  11. Add macaroni and ham; toss gently to coat.
  12. Pour into greased 2-quart baking dish.
  13. Sprinkle bread crumbs evenly over top.
  14. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown on top.
  15. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.