One Pot Cheesy Leek and Ham Macaroni
Macaroni cooks in milk and water with leeks and ham, and the starch turns the liquid into a cheese sauce. Peas go in right at the end.
- Time30 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £1.45 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Estimated nutrition per serving
- 629kcal
- 66.3gcarbs
- 9.8gof which sugars
- 26.7gfat
- 14.2gsaturates
- 30.7gprotein
- 4.4gfibre
- 1.9gsalt
A rough estimate worked out from the ingredients, for the serving size above. It is a guide only and not medical advice. If you count carbs or manage diabetes, check with your own tools and your care team.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Melt the butter in a large, deep pan over a medium heat. Cook the leeks for 6 minutes until soft but not coloured.
6 min - 2
Stir in the mustard, then add the macaroni, milk and water. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring.
- 3
Simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring every minute or so so the pasta does not stick, until the macaroni is tender and the sauce has thickened.
11 min - 4
Stir in the ham and peas and cook for 2 minutes to heat through.
2 min - 5
Take off the heat. Stir in two thirds of the cheese until melted and glossy, and add the pepper. If it is too thick, loosen with a splash of milk.
- 6
Spoon into bowls and top with the rest of the cheese.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.
