Ham & Pea Mac & Cheese

Ingredients

• 1 container (32 ounces) chicken broth
• 1 box (1 pound) elbow macaroni
• 2 packages (8 ounces each) shredded cheddar cheese, divided
• 2 cups chopped ham
• 1 cup half and half
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 tablespoon brown mustard
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

1. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray a 13x9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
2. In a medium saucepan over medium-high, bring broth to a boil.
3. Add macaroni to broth, stirring frequently, about 15 minutes or until most of the broth is absorbed.
4. Reduce heat to low and add 3 cups cheese, ham, half and half, peas, mustard and black pepper. Stir until well blended and creamy.
5. Pour into a prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
6. Cover with foil and bake 25 to 30 minutes or until heated through.