Macaroni and Cheese with Ham and Peas

Name: Macaroni and Cheese with Ham and Peas
Total time: 90 min
Ingredients: 6 slices white sandwich bread (good-quality, about 6 ounces), torn into rough pieces; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (cold), cut into 6 pieces; 1 pound elbow macaroni; 1 tablespoon table salt; 5 tablespoons unsalted butter; 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 teaspoons powdered mustard; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional); 5 cups milk (see note); 8 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded (2 cups); 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (2 cups); 8 ounces deli-style baked ham, sliced 1/4 inch thick, and cut into 1-inch squares; 1 cup frozen peas; 1 teaspoon table salt

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Elevate your comfort food game with this Macaroni and Cheese with Ham and Peas recipe, blending creamy cheese, savory ham, and sweet peas for a delightful texture and taste.

Keywords

Pork
Vegetables
Cheese
Thanksgiving
Main Courses

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Ingredients

6 slices white sandwich bread (good-quality, about 6 ounces), torn into rough pieces
3 tablespoons unsalted butter (cold), cut into 6 pieces
1 pound elbow macaroni
1 tablespoon table salt
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons powdered mustard
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
5 cups milk (see note)
8 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded (2 cups)
8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (2 cups)
8 ounces deli-style baked ham, sliced 1/4 inch thick, and cut into 1-inch squares
1 cup frozen peas
1 teaspoon table salt