Skillet Mac and Cheese

By vail28

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 cups fresh bread crumbs (see note)
• Salt and pepper
• 3 3/4 cups water , plus more as needed
• 1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk
• 3 cups elbow macaroni
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 2 teaspoons hot sauce
• 3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Details

Servings 4
Adapted from cookscountry.com

Preparation

Step 1

1. Melt butter in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add bread crumbs, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and cook, stirring frequently, until deep golden brown, about 5 minutes. Transfer to bowl and wipe out skillet.

2. Bring water, 1 1/4 cups evaporated milk, and 1/2 teaspoon salt to simmer in skillet over medium-high heat. Add macaroni and cook, stirring often, until macaroni is al dente, 8 to 10 minutes.

3. Whisk remaining evaporated milk, cornstarch, and hot sauce in small bowl, then stir into skillet. Simmer until slightly thickened, about 1 minute. Off heat, stir in cheeses, one handful at a time, adding water as needed to adjust consistency. Sprinkle with toasted bread crumbs. Serve.