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Become a hero with your kids when you serve this creamy combination of cheese, ham, and macaroni. Better yet, invite your kids to help you make it. Serve with apple slices.

Cheesy Ham and Macaroni

1 (1.8-ounce) package white sauce mix ( or see recipe to make your own)
2 cups milk
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup cubed American Cheese
1/8 teaspoon ground pepper
7 ounces macaroni, cooked according to directions, drained
1 1/2 cup fully-cooked ham
1 cup frozen green peas

1. Thaw the frozen peas.
2. In a large saucepan stir together white sauce mix and milk.* Following package directions, cook until thickened. Stir in cheese and pepper. Add macaroni, ham and peas and cook, stirring until heated through. Serve hot.

Serves 6.

*If you want to make a white sauce from scratch, melt 3 tablespoons butter in a saucepan. Stir in 1/4 cup flour and cook until mixture bubbles. Stir in 2 cups milk and cook, stirring until thickened.

Nutrition Facts: Calories 330 calories Protein 23 grams Fat 11 grams Sodium 1320 milligrams Cholesterol 50 milligrams Saturated Fat 5 grams Carbohydrates 37 grams Fiber 3 grams

Recipe and photograph provided courtesy of Pork: The Other White Meat.