Hawaiian Mac and Cheese

Give classic mac and cheese a tropical twist with this Hawaiian Mac & Cheese recipe! Creamy Del Monte Elbow Macaroni is loaded with savory chicken ham, sweet Del Monte Pineapple Tidbits, and melted cheese in a rich, cheesy tomato sauce. A sweet and savory pasta dish that’s perfect for family gatherings and celebrations!

Recipe Details

Category Pasta and Noodles

Preparation Time 10 mins

Cooking Time 15 mins

Servings 14

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup red onion, chopped
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3 2/3 cup fresh milk
1 pouch DEL MONTE Sweet Style Spaghetti Sauce (900g)
750g chicken ham, cut into medium dice
2 pc chicken bouillon cube
1/2 cup DEL MONTE 100% Pineapple Juice with ACE (220ml)
1 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper, black
3/4 pack DEL MONTE Elbow Macaroni (1Kg), cooked
3 pouches DEL MONTE Pineapple Tidbits (200g), drained, reserve syrup
1 3/4 cup melting cheese, grated

Cooking Tools Needed

Baking Dish, Measuring Cups, Pot, Chopping Board, Measuring Spoons, Spatula, Knife, Pan, Strainer

Cooking Skills Needed

Baking, Sautéing, Boiling, Simmering, Chopping

Directions

1.

In a pan, sauté onion in butter until aromatic. Add all-purpose flour and sauté until a little toasted. Gradually add the milk. Stir continuously to avoid lumps.
2.

Add DEL MONTE Sweet Style Spaghetti Sauce, reserved pineapple syrup, chicken ham, chicken bouillon cube, and DEL MONTE 100% Pineapple Juice with ACE. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes.
3.

In a baking dish, combine the sauce, cooked DEL MONTE Elbow Macaroni, and DEL MONTE Pineapple Tidbits. Top with melting cheese. Bake in a preheated 350°F oven until the cheese is melted.