Ingredients
8 Ounces
Farmer John Classic Hickory Smoked Ham Steak, Diced Small
8 Ounces
1 Pound
Macaroni Shells
1 Pound
5 Tablespoons
Unsalted Butter
5 Tablespoons
5 Tablespoons
Flour
5 Tablespoons
2 Cups
Whole Milk or Half & Half
2 Cups
8 Ounces
Chicken Stock or Salted Water From Pasta
8 Ounces
8 Ounces
Shredded Cheddar Cheese
8 Ounces
8 Ounces
Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
8 Ounces
2 Ounces
Buffalo Sauce
2 Ounces
1 Teaspoon
Black Pepper
1 Teaspoon
1 Teaspoon
Salt
1 Teaspoon
1 Teaspoon
Paprika
1 Teaspoon
Directions
In a small pan, sauté the ham and brown for 3 minutes. Set aside.
Heat a large pot of salted water to a boil. Drop in pasta and cook for 9 minutes, then drain water.
In a large pot over medium heat, add butter to melt and whisk in flour. Cook for 1 minute, then whisk in the stock, then the milk. Allow the sauce to thicken and add cheeses, salt, pepper, paprika, and buffalo sauce.
Remove the sauce from heat and add the ham and drained pasta. Mix thoroughly. Serve immediately.
