SPICY HAM AND TOMATO MACARONI AND CHEESE CASSEROLE

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Make and share this Spicy Ham and Tomato Macaroni and Cheese Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 onion, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh minced garlic
1 -2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1 teaspoon coriander
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup flour
4 1/2 cups half-and-half cream (can use half of each to make 4-1/2 cups) or 4 1/2 cups full-fat milk (can use half of each to make 4-1/2 cups)
1 (28 ounce) can plum tomatoes, well drained and chopped
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
2 cups chopped cooked ham (or to taste)
1 lb elbow macaroni (cooked only to VERY FIRM-tender and drained)
3 cups cheddar cheese
1 1/2 cups fresh breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Set oven to 375 degrees.
  • Butter a 3-quart casserole dish or a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
  • In a large heavy saucepan melt the butter and cook the onion, garlic, jalapenos, coriander and cumin over low heat, stirring until the onion has softened.
  • Stir in flour and cook stirring for 3 minutes.
  • Add in half and half cream and/or milk; bring to a boil, whisking until mixture thickens (about 2 minutes).
  • Add in well-drained tomatoes; simmer for 2 minutes.
  • Add in cayenne, salt and pepper.
  • In a large bowl, mix together cooked macaroni, and tomato/cream mixture.
  • Add in the chopped cooked ham.
  • Stir in the cheddar cheese to combine.
  • Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese, then sprinkle over the casserole.
  • Bake on the second-lowest oven rack for 20-25 minutes, or until golden and bubbling.

Sonia Alfani
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit.


given chisha walu
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This is a great recipe for a comforting and delicious meal.


Judah Nyarko
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Ilze Oosthuyse
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This was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think it would be great for people who like a little heat.


Jessica-lee September
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves macaroni and cheese.


lakwatserang lola vlog
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Nomii Abbasi
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Mari Balxamishvili
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I made this for my family and they loved it! The ham and tomato added a nice flavor to the macaroni and cheese.


Rashid Alam
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I'm not a big fan of ham, but this dish was still really good. The macaroni and cheese was creamy and flavorful, and the tomato sauce was tangy and delicious.


bianca Dagga
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This recipe was easy to follow and the finished dish was delicious!


Aleem Mfabana
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The macaroni and cheese was cooked perfectly and the ham and tomato added a nice flavor.


Rodney Dennis
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste, but I think it would be great with some added spices.


Rrp54 Q
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This is a great recipe! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


han_cestor
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Just made this tonight and it's delicious! I used a little less cayenne pepper than the recipe called for, but it was still plenty spicy.


random 64
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I made this for dinner last night and it was a huge success! The macaroni and cheese was creamy and flavorful, and the ham and tomato added a nice kick.


Subro Barai
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This was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the spicy ham and tomato flavors.


Troy Postell
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Easy to follow recipe with great results!


Marie Elhajj
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I love the creamy sauce and the flavors sing together perfectly. My family loved it!


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