
Crusted Ham and Cheese Macaroni Bake
This crispy crumb topping make this extra cheesy mac & cheese an "all family" pleaser.
Prep time15 min
Total time30min
ServingsMakes 6 servings, 1-1/2 cups each.
Ingredients
- 2 pkg. (7-1/4 oz. each) macaroni and cheese dinner
- 4 American cheese singles, chopped
- 1 large chipotle chili pepper, finely chopped
- 1 pkg. (6 oz.) baby spinach leaves
- 1 pkg. (6 oz.) deli-style baked cooked ham, chopped
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 Tbsp. butter
- 20 RITZ Crackers, crushed
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 350ºF. Prepare Dinners as directed on package. Stir in Singles, peppers, spinach and ham. Spoon into greased 2-qt. baking dish.
- Meanwhile, cook onions in butter in large skillet on medium-high heat 5 to 7 min. or until tender, stirring frequently. Remove from heat. Stir in crushed crackers. Sprinkle over Dinner mixture.
- Bake 15 min. or until top is golden brown. Serve immediately.
Recipe Tips
- Special Extra
Make this extra spicy by adding another chopped chipotle pepper. - Serving Suggestion
For added color and texture, serve with a mixed green salad tossed with your favorite reduced-fat dressing. - Food Facts
The addition of Singles to this casserole make it extra cheesy and creamy.
109798
Nutrition InformationNutrition Per Serving | |
---|---|
Calories | 490 |
% Daily Value* | |
Total fat 19g | |
Saturated fat 8g | |
Cholesterol 45mg | |
Sodium 1350mg | |
Carbohydrate 60g | |
Dietary fiber 3g | |
Total sugars 11g | |
Protein 19g | |
Vitamin A | 110 %DV |
Vitamin C | 8 %DV |
Calcium | 25 %DV |
Iron | 20 %DV |