easy macaroni and cheese
EASY, CREAMY, HOMEMADE MACARONI AND CHEESE THAT KIDS AND ADULTS WILL BOTH LOVE! SIMPLY THROW ALL THE INGREDIENTS IN A SKILLET! SIMPLE, QUICK AND WHOLESOME!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 5 oz evaporated milk
- 3/4 cup whole milk divided
- 3 cups elbow macaroni uncooked
- 2 tablespoons butter optional
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese can use more, shredded
- 1 1/2 cups mild white cheddar cheese can use more, shredded
- 1/8 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
- salt & pepper
Instructions
- In a large deep skillet, add water, chicken broth, evaporated milk, 1/2 cup of whole milk, and elbow macaroni.
- Bring to a boil and immediately reduce heat to a simmer. (Watch carefully it will overflow if you let it boil to rapidly)
- Cook until al dente while stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and let sit for a few minutes until some of the liquid has absorbed.
- Stir in butter if using.
- Add the cheeses a little at a time while stirring.
- Add in enough of remaining milk to create a creamy sauce. (You can place the pot back on the heat on low if you need more heat to melt the cheese)
- Stir in smoked paprika and ground mustard.
- Stir in salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately.
- (To reheat, place in a microwave safe bowl. Stir in a little milk to make it creamy and microwave until warm)
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Notes
You can add a little cornstarch if you find the sauce to be a bit loose. I never have to though since I let it sit for bit.
Be sure to add the salt and pepper to help bring out the flavor.