Recipe Name Macaroni & cheese Submitted by lauraschwegerl
Recipe Description
Quantity 1 Quantity Unit 12" skillet
Prep Time (minutes) 5 Cook Time (minutes) 45 Ready In (minutes) 50
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Ingredients
Amount Measure Ingredient
3 1/2
cups (8 fl oz)water
12
fliud ouncesFat free evaporated milk
1 1/2
cups elbow shapedmacaroni
1 1/2
cups elbow shapedmacaroni
1 1/2
cups elbow shapedmacaroni
1
teaspoonCornstarch
1/8
teaspoongarlic powder
1/4
teaspoonDry Mustard
4
ounceslow fat shredded cheddar cheese
4
ouncessharp cheddar cheese
1
package (10 oz)Peas, frozen
7
slices (6-1/4" x 4" x 1/16") (1 oz)Ham (diced) low fat, reduced sodium
Steps
Sequence Step
1Bring water, 1 cup evaporated milk and macaroni to simmer in nonstick skillet over high heat, stirring often, until macaroni is tender.
2Whisk remaining evaporated milk with cornstarch, mustard and garlic powder, then stir into skillet. Continue to simmer until slightly thickened, about 1 minute.
3Microwave frozen peas approximately 5 minutes, until thawed and slightly warmed, but not cooked. Dice ham.
4Off heat, stir in cheeses, one handful at a time, adding additional water as needed to adjust sauce consistency. Stir in peas and ham and let sit 5 minutes.