Skillet Macaroni and Cheese

Skillet Macaroni and Cheese

3.5 c water
1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk.*
3 cups dry macaroni
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp cornstarch
1/4 tsp hot sauce (optional)
1.5 c shredded cheddar
1.5 c shredded Monterey Jack**
2 Tbsp Butter (optional)
Ground pepper to taste

* When i don't have evaporated milk, I use about 1 cup water and 3.5 cups regular milk. It's better with evaporated milk, but this works too,

**Skillet Macaroni and Cheese

Boil water and 1 cup of the evaporated milk, macaroni, and salt in a pot or large skillet over high heat for about 9-12 minutes or until macaroni is tender and liquid has thickened a little. Mix remaining evaporated milk, corn starch and hot sauce (opt) and then add to macaroni. Simmer until thickened, about 1 minute. Off the heat, slowly stir in the cheese and butter, salt and pepper. Serve immediately.