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I Add Caramelized Spam to Mac and Cheese for the Ultimate Comfort Dinner
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5.0 (188)|(2 Reviews)Crispy caramelized cubes of Spam glazed in maple soy sauce folded into rich cheddar macaroni.
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By Julia Levy Freeman (Recipe Developer)•Published May 3, 2026
⏱ 35 mins
Simply Recipes / Julia Levy Freeman🔥 520 kcal
WHY MAKE THIS
- Salty, crispy, sweet caramelized meat pairs perfectly with cheese.
- Ready in 35 minutes on the stovetop.
ULTIMATE COMFORT
I Add Caramelized Spam to Mac and Cheese for the Ultimate Comfort Dinner
A Hawaiian-inspired comfort dinner twist: frying diced Spam until crispy, deglazing with maple syrup and soy sauce, then folding it right into homemade stovetop cheddar mac and cheese.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time25 mins
Total Time35 mins
Servings4 servings
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Ingredients
- 1 can (12 oz) classic Spam, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 tbsp maple syrup & 1 tsp soy sauce
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese & 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp butter & 2 tbsp flour
Directions
1
Crisp and glaze Spam
Fry Spam in a skillet 6 mins until crispy. Add maple syrup and soy sauce; toss 1 min to glaze.
2
Make cheese sauce and toss
Make quick roux with butter and flour, whisk milk until thick. Stir in cheddar and cooked pasta. Fold in glazed Spam.
💡 CHEF'S PRO TIPS
- Cut Spam into small equal cubes so they get maximum crispy edges.
Nutrition Facts
Per ServingCalories520 kcal
Protein22g
Carbs44g
Total Fat28g
Sodium: 890mg
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 2g
Community Reviews & Ratings
2 cooks have shared their thoughts on this recipe
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Sarah M.★★★★★
This has completely replaced my normal avocado toast! The beans blend so well you cannot even tell, and I stay full until lunchtime!
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David K.★★★★★
Great trick for adding protein without cooking eggs on busy mornings. Added a pinch of red pepper flakes and lemon zest—delicious.
