We usually add ham or bacon and onion, but you can add anything you happen to have in the fridge! I like to add something green, so I often throw in a handful of peas. It may seem a little strange to add tomato ketchup, but it adds a great tomato flavor and we always have a bottle in the fridge. So, for a quick and easy meal, try our version of macaroni. Thanks Shirley!
Macaroni with Ham and Cheese(Serves 4 - 6)
Ingredients:1 tablespoon oil, vegetable, canola or olive
1 medium onion, peeled and diced
1 cup lean ham, diced
1/2 cup frozen peas or mixed veg, defrosted
1/4 cup tomato ketchup, or to taste
1/2 cup milk
1 lb. elbow macaroni, cooked
1/2 - 1 cup Cheddar cheese, grated
Black pepper
Directions:
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over high heat, cook the onion and ham until tender. Add the peas or mixed veg.
- Stir in the cooked macaroni and tomato ketchup.
- Add the milk, reducing heat to medium and stir until reheated. More milk more be added at this stage if you like. Season with freshly ground black pepper - salt may not be necessary if using ham or bacon.
- Remove from heat and stir in the cheese until melted. Serve immediately with grated parmesan if desired.
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