Recipe for Ham and Cheese Baked Pasta
Ham and cheese baked pasta is a perfect idea for a family dinner or supper. This easy-to-make recipe will surely satisfy even the biggest food enthusiasts. Below is a detailed step-by-step description of how to prepare delicious ham and cheese baked pasta.
Ingredients:
- 500 g (17.5 oz) of penne pasta
- 200 g (7 oz) of ham
- 1 onion
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- 2 tablespoons of flour
- 500 ml (17 oz) of milk
- 200 g (7 oz) of grated yellow cheese
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Cook the pasta according to the instructions on the package, drain it, and transfer it to a large bowl.
- Dice the ham, finely chop the onion and garlic.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter, add the onion and garlic, and then the ham. Sauté until golden brown.
- Add the flour and stir until the ingredients are combined.
- Gradually add the milk, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the sauce over the pasta and mix well.
- Add half of the grated cheese and mix again.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 200 degrees Celsius (392 degrees Fahrenheit) for about 20-25 minutes, until the cheese melts and the pasta dish turns golden.
In conclusion, ham and cheese baked pasta is a simple and delicious recipe that will surely appeal to the whole family. Enjoy!
Preparation time: 20 min
Cooking time: 25 min
Macro nutrients per 100 grams
Calories: 203 kcal
Carbohydrate: 21.5 g
Protein: 8 g
Fat: 9.4 g
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