The Macaroni bake with ham and peppers recipe is a Quick to make and full of rich flavors, this pasta casserole makes a satisfying midweek meal or an informal dinner party dish.
Ingredients:
1lb (450g) elbow macaroni or other tube-shaped pasta
1 tbsp olive oil
1 red onion, thinly sliced
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 red bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
one 14.5oz (411g) can chopped tomatoes
9oz (250g) smoked ham, diced
3 tbsp dry white wine or chicken stock
2 tsp dried oregano
salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup fresh bread crumbs
3 tbsp freshly grated Parmesan
2 tbsp butter, melted
Method
1 Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook according to the package instructions, until barely tender. Drain well.
2 Meanwhile, heat the oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and red pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes, or until softened but not browned.
3 Add the tomatoes, ham, wine, and oregano and bring to a boil. Simmer for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly. Remove from the heat. Stir in the macaroni and season with salt and pepper.
4 Spread in a 2 quart (2 liter) baking dish. Mix the bread crumbs, Parmesan, and butter, and sprinkle on top.
5 Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until golden and bubbling. Serve hot. good wIth A spinach salad.
PrePare ahead Prepare through step 3; cool, cover with aluminum foil, and refrigerate for up to 1 day. Bake 15 minutes, remove the foil and bake 15 minutes more, until well heated.
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