**Introducing the Ultimate Comfort Food: Velvety Ham and Cheese Mac Skillet**
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with our tantalizing Velvety Ham and Cheese Mac Skillet. This irresistible dish combines tender macaroni, succulent ham, gooey cheese, and a creamy sauce, all harmoniously blended in a skillet for an unforgettable meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, special occasions, or a cozy family dinner, our recipe offers a delightful twist on the classic macaroni and cheese. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a culinary masterpiece that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. Discover the secrets behind this delectable dish and embark on a culinary adventure that promises satisfaction and pure indulgence.
**The Velvety Ham and Cheese Mac Skillet encompasses two extraordinary variations to cater to all palates:**
1. **Classic Velvety Ham and Cheese Mac Skillet:** This timeless recipe captures the essence of comfort food with its creamy sauce, tender ham, and melted cheese. The perfect balance of flavors and textures makes this skillet a crowd-pleaser.
2. **Spicy Velvety Ham and Cheese Mac Skillet:** For those who crave a bit of heat, this variation infuses a spicy kick into the classic dish. With the addition of diced jalapenos, cayenne pepper, and a touch of red pepper flakes, this skillet delivers a delightful combination of creaminess and spice.
Prepare to be amazed as we unveil the culinary secrets behind this extraordinary dish. Let's embark on a journey of flavors and discover how to create a Velvety Ham and Cheese Mac Skillet that will become a family favorite.
VELVEETA MAC AND CHEESE
Velveeta mac and cheese is a hearty and heartwarming meal!
Provided by Holly Nilsson
Categories Main Course Pasta
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Cook macaroni al dente according to package directions. Drain.
- Melt butter, flour, mustard powder, and onion powder in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook 1-2 minutes.
- Add milk a little at a time whisking after each addition. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and cook 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in cubed Velveeta and continue stirring until melted and creamy. Remove from heat and add sharp cheddar. Stir in macaroni.
- Spread macaroni into a 2QT baking dish. Combine topping ingredients in a small bowl and sprinkle overtop.
- Bake 20 minutes or until hot and crumbs are golden.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 kcal, Carbohydrate 45 g, Protein 19 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 46 mg, Sodium 764 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SKILLET MAC & CHEESE
This super creamy mac 'n' cheese is so simple it seems almost too easy! Kids really go for the rich cheese flavor, but I've never met an adult who didn't love it too. -Ann Bowers, Rockport, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain., Meanwhile, in a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in cream. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat; stir in cheese until melted., Add macaroni; cook and stir until heated through. Top as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 600 calories, Fat 37g fat (23g saturated fat), Cholesterol 144mg cholesterol, Sodium 1185mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 23g protein.
VELVEETA® CHILI MAC
Try our savory VELVEETA Chili Mac recipe for a tasty dish. With ground beef, onion, chili beans and tomatoes, this VELVEETA Chili Mac has it all.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings, 1 cup each
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook macaroni as directed on package, omitting salt.
- Meanwhile, reserve 1/3 cup onions. Brown meat with peppers and remaining onions in Dutch oven or large deep skillet; drain. Return meat mixture to pan. Stir in beans, tomatoes and VELVEETA; cook 5 min. or until mixture is heated through and VELVEETA starts to melt, stirring occasionally.
- Drain macaroni. Add to meat mixture; mix lightly. Top with reserved onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 510 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 16 g
CHEESE AND HAMBURGER MACARONI
Homemade version of Hamburger Helper® - just as easy and tastes so much better! You will need a large skillet with a tight fitting lid.
Provided by macandjakesmom
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Macaroni and Cheese Recipes Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef, onion, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease.
- Return skillet to burner over high heat. Add water; cover skillet and bring to a boil. Stir macaroni into the boiling water-ground beef mixture; cover and lower heat to medium. Cook, keeping covered, for 5 minutes. Stir, cover, and cook until macaroni is tender, about 5 more minutes.
- Stir processed cheese food into ground beef-macaroni mixture until melted. Remove from heat; stir in sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.9 calories, Carbohydrate 47.9 g, Cholesterol 60.7 mg, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 28.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 930.1 mg, Sugar 6.9 g
ULTIMATE MACARONI AND CHEESE WITH HAM CASSEROLE
Elbow macaroni in a rich cheese sauce combining the creamy smoothness of Velveeta and the tangy flavor of real cheddar laced with bits of sweet virgina ham. Comfort food at its best!!!
Provided by Joanne117
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 55m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Grate onion, drain juice, set aside. Cube most of Velveeta, shred remaining 2 oz. Put a pot of water on to boil. Heat oven to 350 degrees. Melt 4 tablespoons butter in small dish (for breadcrumbs), and melt 6 tablespoons butter in another large saucepan.
- When butter in large saucepan is melted, sauté onion until golden. Add breadcrumbs to the 4 tablespoons of butter, and stir well, on medium heat, until golden brown (will take a while, keep stirring). When onion is golden, add flour, stir well and cook (while stirring) about 2 minutes. Add dry mustard and Worcestershire sauce. Then add milk gradually, while stirring.
- Cook on medium heat until sauce comes to a boil and thickens, stirring often. Add salt, then cubed Velveeta. Then add all shredded cheddar except 1 ½ cups. When cheese is melted taste to see if more salt is needed. Add ham and stir well. Cook macaroni about 6 or 7 minutes, should still be a little firm. Drain well and add to cheese sauce mixture. Spray a 9 X13 pan with nonstick cooking spray. Fill with cheese macaroni mixture, and spread evenly. Dot top with remaining Velveeta, then mix remaining cheddar with bread crumbs and spread evenly on top of macaroni mixture. Bake at 350 degrees until bubbly 20 to 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 814, Fat 44.2, SaturatedFat 27.3, Cholesterol 132.4, Sodium 1610.7, Carbohydrate 71.4, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 13.9, Protein 32.3
VELVEETA® HAM & CHEESE MAC SKILLET
Top three reasons to like this ham and cheese skillet: 1. It's easy. 2. It's cheesy! 3. One-pan cleanup. 4. Ready in just 20 minutes! (Oops. That's four.)
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings, 1-1/4 cups each
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Bring water to boil in large skillet on high heat. Stir in macaroni; simmer on medium-low heat 6 to 8 min. or until tender, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in VELVEETA, ham and vegetables; cook 5 min. or until VELVEETA is completely melted and macaroni mixture is heated through, stirring frequently.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 950 mg, Carbohydrate 34 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 6 g, Protein 18 g
VELVEETA® DOWN-HOME MACARONI AND CHEESE
If you're looking for a mac and cheese recipe with the perfect balance of cheesy and creamy, the search ends here.
Provided by VELVEETA Cheese
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips VELVEETA Cheese
Time 45m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Melt 3 Tbsp. butter in medium saucepan on medium heat. Whisk in flour; cook 2 min., stirring constantly. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to boil; cook and stir 3 to 5 min. or until thickened. Add VELVEETA; cook 3 min. or until melted, stirring frequently. Stir in macaroni.
- Spoon into 2-qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray; sprinkle with Cheddar. Melt remaining butter; toss with cracker crumbs. Sprinkle over casserole.
- Bake 20 min. or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 497.4 calories, Carbohydrate 46.7 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 18.6 g, SaturatedFat 15.9 g, Sodium 869.1 mg, Sugar 6.8 g
Tips:
- Use a large skillet: This will give you plenty of room to stir the macaroni and cheese mixture and prevent it from sticking.
- Cook the macaroni al dente: This means that it should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it.
- Use a good quality cheese: The cheese is the star of this dish, so it's important to use a cheese that you love. I recommend using a sharp cheddar cheese.
- Don't overcook the cheese: The cheese should be melted and smooth, but it shouldn't be browned.
- Serve immediately: This dish is best served hot and fresh out of the skillet.
Conclusion:
This Velveeta ham and cheese mac skillet is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It's also a great dish to serve at a potluck or party. The macaroni and cheese is creamy and cheesy, and the ham and cheese add a delicious savory flavor. This dish is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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