Ham, Mac & Cheese Soup

Ham, Mac & Cheese Soup

A ham and cheese soup for all macaroni and cheese fans!

10 min.prep time 30 min.total time
6 servings
5 7 Ratings

Ingredients

4 ounces (1 1/2 cups) uncooked dried small macaroni shells
1/2 pound sliced Land O Lakes® Deli American Cheese
2 tablespoons Land O Lakes® Butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
1 (14-ounce) can chicken broth
1 1/2 cups Land O Lakes® Fat Free Half & Half
1 cup finely diced ham
Salt and pepper, if desired

Directions

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; set aside.

Meanwhile, stack cheese slices.  Cut into thin strips; coarsely chop. Set aside.

Melt butter in 3-quart saucepan until sizzling; stir in flour and mustard. Add broth and half & half. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil (4 to 5 minutes).

Reduce heat to low; stir in cheese until melted. Stir in cooked macaroni and ham. Cook until heated through (4 to 5 minutes). Salt and pepper to taste.

Recipe Tip

- Try chopped or sliced hot dogs instead of ham.

- Read more about this recipe on Recipe Buzz® Blog.

Nutrition Facts (1 serving)

Calories: 370

Fat: 22g

Cholesterol: 70mg

Sodium: 910mg

Carbohydrates: 23g

Dietary Fiber: <1g

Protein: 18g

Recipe #12773©2003Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Recipe Comments & Reviews

5
I was shocked at just HOW good it really was. I added frozen peas & carrots into the bowls to help cool the soup, and then of course to get veggies in. That was yum too! This was really easy to make, and my daughter just loved it. Its going into the soup rotation.
Posted May 13 2013 by Heather
5
Delicious, we served it at potluck and it was the best dish.
Posted Nov 22 2012 by Nathan
5
Delicious! Super easy, and my little one loves it!
Posted Nov 16 2011 by Cindy K.
5
I'm not very good at mac & cheese but this turned out for me. Very tasty with the extra kick of the mustard. But it's a soup so it will live up to it's name!
Posted Jan 26 2011 by R A M.
5
I made this for my husband and son (without the Dijon mustard) the first time with skim milk and low-fat colby jack cheese. The second time I used whole milk and regular american cheese. Three days later I used the whole milk and regular cheese receipe for a ladies group. Each time, it has been a rousing success. I have luncheon guests again tomorrow and will be serving it again. So far, I have yet to have any leftovers.
Posted Dec 27 2010 by Shelia
5
My kids love it!!
Posted Nov 13 2010 by Sarah
5
Very easy and quick fix for the grandchildren who could live on mac and cheese! Faster than making several grilled ham and cheese sandwiches for 5 and everyone can serve themselves. Thanks so much.
Posted Nov 13 2008 by Hallie
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