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Fancy Mac 'N' Cheese

Fancy Mac 'N' Cheese
People compare my version of mac'n'cheese to their grandma's macaroni and cheese...not knowing it starts out with a purchase box mix. Ham and broccoli add flavor and color. It brings raves at our church socials.—Janet Twigg, Campbellford, Ontario
8 ServingsPrep/Total Time: 30 min.

Ingredients

  • 2 packages (7-1/4 ounces each) macaroni and white cheddar or cheddar cheese dinner mix
  • 6 cups water
  • 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon butter, divided
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup soft bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

  • Set cheese sauce packet from dinner mix aside. Bring water to a boil.
  • Add macaroni; cook for 4 minutes. Add the broccoli, onion and
  • garlic. Cook 3-6 minutes longer or until macaroni is tender; drain.
  • In a large saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter. Stir in cheese sauce mix
  • and milk. Add the ham, mustard, salt and pepper. Stir in macaroni
  • mixture.
  • Transfer to a greased broiler-proof 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Melt
  • remaining butter; toss with bread crumbs and cheese. Sprinkle over
© Taste of Home 2013

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Fancy Mac 'N' Cheese (continued)

Directions (continued)

  • top. Broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes or until top is
  • golden brown. Yield: 8 servings.
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 cup) equals 312 calories, 19 g fat (10 g saturated fat), 61 mg cholesterol, 932 mg sodium, 24 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 14 g protein.
Wine: Full-Bodied White Wine: Enjoy this recipe with a full-bodied white wine such as Chardonnay or Viognier.
© Taste of Home 2013