
Note: Barely adapted from The Best Light Recipe by the Editors of Cook's Illustrated. Dish reheats well in the microwave or oven and keeps in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days. Ingredients 8 oz package elbow macaroni 2 tablespoons butter 1 cup evaporated milk 8 ounces cheddar cheese freshly shredded Salt and pepper. 1, tablespoon, olive oil 1, small, shallots, cup, evaporated milk 1, teaspoon, cornstarch, tablespoon, red hot pepper sauce or any your favourite hot. Stir in the macaroni and let it sit for about 5 minutes to thicken a bit more.ĥ. Remove from heat and gradually stir in cheese, until melted and smooth. Let sauce cook for about 2 more minutes, until thickened, whisking constantly.Ĥ.

In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and the remaining 1/4 cup milk and then whisk the mixture into the pot. Bring to a boil and then lower heat to a simmer.ģ. In the same pot, add the evaporated milk, 1/2 cup of the 2% milk, the dry mustard, the garlic powder, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Stir in cheese a small amount at a time until fully melted. Cook, stirring frequently, until macaroni is soft (slightly past al dente), 6 to 8. Stir in macaroni and reduce heat to medium-low. In medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat stir in flour, and cook for 3-5 minutes stirring constantly to form a roux add salt and pepper slowly add milk, stirring well after each addition. Bring water and milk to boil in medium saucepan over high heat. Cook for about 5 minutes, until pasta is cooked and tender, stirring once in a while. Cook macaroni according to package directions. Fill a large pot with water and 2 teaspoons salt. (while the pasta is cooking shred the cheese. Boil over medium to medium low heat for 9 minutes or until pasta is al dente.

Whisk together the egg, milk, salt, mustard, and hot sauce. Prepare the Pasta: Boil the macaroni according to package instructions, for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Stir in the pasta, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Prep Time: About 15-20 minutes IngredientsĨ oz 50% light cheddar cheese, grated (try to get Cabot Light and grate it yourself, don't buy it pre-grated-it won't melt as well)ġ. In a large pot of boiling, salted water cook the pasta until al dente and drain. Simple and satisfying, this stovetop mac and cheese is extra creamy thanks to evaporated milk and sharp cheddar cheese.
