Western Style Macaroni And Cheese

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This Western-style macaroni and cheese is a delicious and easy way to sneak some veggies in your meal. Spicy jalapeno Jack cheese and diced jalapenos to give it an extra kick.

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serves/makes:

ready in:
under 30 minutes

ingredients

1 1/2 cup elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cups chopped bell peppers or other vegetables such as asparagus, zucchini, broccoli, etc
2 cups chopped ham
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
1 cup plain yogurt
2 cups shredded jalapeno jack cheese
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and diced, optional
1 cup bread crumbs or crushed tortilla chips (or more if needed)

directions

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.

Bring a large pot of water to boil over medium-high heat. Add the elbow macaroni and cook until al dente. Drain well and keep warm.

Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the peppers or other vegetables and ham and cook, stirring frequently, until cooked.

Sprinkle the flour over the top of the ham and vegetables. Mix well. While stirring, slowly add the milk. When the milk is incorporated, add the yogurt. Cook, stirring constantly, until thickened.

Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the cheese until melted. Add the macaroni and jalapenos and mix well. Transfer the pasta mixture to a baking dish. Sprinkle with the bread crumbs or crushed tortilla chips. Place the baking dish in the oven and bake at 375 degrees F for 15 minutes or until heated through.