For an extra layer of flavor, try adding a pinch of nutmeg to the cheese sauce. Feel free to substitute different types of apples, such as Honeycrisp or Fuji, based on your preference. To prevent the bread crumb topping from burning, you can loosely cover the casserole with foil during the last 15 minutes of baking.
Ham and Mac Bake
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME45 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS11
Transform leftover ham into a comforting and flavorful bake, combining savory ham, sweet apples, and cheesy macaroni for a delightful culinary experience.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate37 g
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Cholesterol58 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein14 g
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Saturated Fat11 g
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Sodium842 mg
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Sugar14 g
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Fat21 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02
Step
10 mins
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite (al dente), about 8 minutes. Drain well. (10 minutes)
03
Step
10 mins
Melt 1/4 cup butter in a large saucepan over medium heat; whisk in flour, brown sugar, mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth. Gradually pour in milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and continue whisking until the sauce thickens and becomes bubbly, about 5 minutes. (10 minutes)
04
Step
5 mins
Stir in the cooked macaroni, cubed ham, and apple slices into the cheese sauce until evenly combined. Spread the mixture into a greased 2-quart casserole dish. (5 minutes)
05
Step
5 mins
In a separate bowl, combine the soft bread crumbs with 2 tablespoons of melted butter; toss to coat. Sprinkle the buttered bread crumbs evenly over the top of the casserole. (5 minutes)
06
Step
45 mins
Bake in the preheated oven until the casserole is bubbly and the crumb topping is golden brown, about 35 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. (45 minutes)
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Birdie Blick
Jun 23, 2025This was a hit with my family! The apples added a nice touch of sweetness.
Seamus Mante
Jun 17, 2025I used gluten-free macaroni and it worked perfectly. A great way to use leftover ham!
Gonzalo Kohler
Jun 16, 2025Easy to follow recipe and very delicious. I added a little bit of cheddar cheese to the sauce for extra cheesiness.