Homemade Mac and Cheese, mixed with our flavorful country ham, is a meal to be enjoyed any day of the week.
Prep Time 15 min. | Cook Time 30 min. | Total Time 45 min.
INGREDIENTS:
8 oz. macaroni, cooked al dente
6 oz. Clifty Farm Country Ham slices, medium dice
2 Tsp butter
2 Tsp flour
2 ½ cups milk
2 oz each smoked gouda and sharp cheddar cheese
Salt and white pepper, to taste
DIRECTIONS:
Preheat oven to 350
Boil and drain the pasta until almost dry.
In a heavy saucepan, melt butter at medium-low temperature. Add flour. Whisk constantly until well blended into a paste. Continue stirring until the roux has turned slightly brown.
Add milk slowly. Continue stirring until the mixture is smooth and thickens.
Add cheeses. Continue stirring until cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth.
Add ham and pasta. Blend well.
Transfer to an ovenproof casserole dish. Top with extra cheese.
Bake for about 30 minutes or until the top is browned and crispy.