2 tbsp salt
3 qt water,boiling
2 cup macaroni,elbow(8oz)
1 can peas,sweet,undrained(17oz)
1/4 cup butter or margarine
1/4 cup flour
1/4 tsp pepper
1/8 tsp mustard,dry
2 cup milk
1 cup ham,cubed cooked(opt,1lb)
1 1/2 cup cheddar cheese,sharp,grated
1/2 cup olives,pimiento-stuffed
2 tbsp onion,chopped
CHEESE CRUMB TOPPING
1/4 cup cheddar cheese,sharp,grated
2 tbsp butter or margarine,melted
2 tbsp bread crumbs,dry
Directions
1. Add 1 tablespoon salt to rapidly boiling water; gradually add
macaroni so water continues to boil. 2. Cook, uncovered, stirring
occasionally, until tender; drain in colander and set aside. 3. Drain
peas, reserving 1/2 cup liquid. 4. Melt butter over medium heat; stir
in flour, pepper, mustard and remaining tablespoon salt. 5. Gradually
stir in milk and reserved liquid from peas; cook, stirring
constantly, until sauce boils for 1 minute. 6. Combine sauce, peas,
ham, cheese, olives and onion with macaroni. 7. Turn mixture into 2
1/2-quart casserole; sprinkle with Cheese Crumb Topping. 8. Bake in
preheated 375'F. oven 20 to 25 minutes, or until bubbling hot. ***
CHEESE CRUMB TOPPING *** Combine all ingredients.
Servings: 4 servings
Macaroni Meal-In-A-Casserole Recipe brought to you by Recipe Ideas
Categories: Casserole; Main Dish; Pasta
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