Skillet Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 cups fresh breadcrumbs
• salt
• 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 sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 cups monterey jack cheese, shredded

Directions

1. 1

   Melt butter in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.

2. 2

   Add bread crumbs, 1/4 t salt, and 1/4 t pepper and cook, stirring frequently, until deep golden brown, about 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Transfer to bowl and wipe out skillet.

4. 4

   Bring water, 1 1/4 cups evaporated milk, and 1/2 t salt to simmer in skillet over medium-high heat.

5. 5

   Add macaroni and cook, stirring often, until macaroni is al dente, 8-10 minutes.

6. 6

   Whisk remaining evaporated milk, cornstarch, and hot sauce in small bowl, then stir into skillet.

7. 7

   Simmer until slightly thickened, about 1 minute.

8. 8

   Off heat, stir in cheeses, one handful at a time, adding water as needed to adjust consistency.

9. 9

   Sprinkle with toasted bread crumbs.

10. 10

    Serve.