CHIPOLTE CHEDDAR MACARONI & CHEESE ala TAMY

CHIPOLTE CHEDDAR MACARONI & CHEESE ala TAMY

I originally thought this was going to be just another mac and cheese recipe and maybe if I had followed the recipe it would have been, but instead I “doctored” the recipe to fit hubby’s taste and what I had on hand. The results according to hubby were phenomenal, but requests I make it again so he can tell for sure.

CHIPOLTE CHEDDAR MACARONI & CHEESE ala TAMY

1 1/2 cups dried macaroni (elbows or shells)

1 1/4 cup diced ham

1/2 cup garlic pepper crispy onions

3/4 cup heavy cream

2 tablespoons butter

salt and pepper, to taste

4 slices Chipolte cheddar cheese, torn into pieces

3 slices sharp cheddar cheese, torn into pieces

3 slices white American cheese, torn into pieces

  • Preheat oven to 350˚.
  • Prepare macaroni according to package directions. Drain well.
  • Using the same pan, melt butter and add cream until smooth.
  • Add cheese a few pieces at a time, stirring until well blended.
  • Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add ham pieces, coating them well with sauce.
  • Fold in pasta.
  • Pour into casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle with crispy onions.
  • Bake 20 minutes or until heated through and golden on top.