- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1 cup diced fully cooked ham*
- 4 cups cooked elbow macaroni
- 1-pint whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon minced chipotle peppers
- 2 1/2 cups cubed Cooper® Sharp White or Yellow cheese
- 1 cup Roma tomatoes, finely diced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
We all know and love mac and cheese. But even with a favorite, sometimes it’s alright to spice things up a little. You know, keep your family on their toes. Try this Cooper-y twist on classic mac and cheese next time you’ve got a bunch of hungry mouths to feed. Then prepare for plenty of smiles. Maybe even a fist bump.
Ingredients
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
Directions
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Heat a large sauté pan on medium. Add oil. Place onions and ham into the pan and heat for 1 minute. Add the pasta and combine. Add the whipping cream and chipotle peppers and combine. Add the diced cheese.
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Bring the dish to a low boil to reduce the sauce until it is slightly thickened. Add the tomatoes and cilantro, combine and serve.