Jeff mauro mac and cheese recipe with evaporated milk

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Jack-O-Lantern Mac-n-Cheese
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
Directions:
Nutrition Facts
Can I use evaporated milk instead of milk in mac and cheese?
Can I use evaporated milk instead of heavy cream in mac and cheese?
What milk is best for mac and cheese?
What does putting an egg in mac and cheese do?

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April 19, 2020

ardain1815

Jack-O-Lantern Mac-n-Cheese

Recipe Courtesy of Food Network and Jeff Mauro

Servings 8 Servings

Ingredients

Three 14.5-ounce cans evaporated milk
12 ounces sharp Cheddar grated
12 ounces American cheese grated
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds elbow macaroni cooked to very very al dente
3 large eggs lightly beaten
Nonstick cooking spray
Orange food coloring
1 broccoli stem

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Pour the evaporated milk in a medium saucepot and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Toss together the grated cheeses and cornstarch in a bowl until evenly coated, then add the mustard. Add the cheese mixture to the simmering evaporated milk and whisk constantly, being careful not to scald or scorch the bottom of the pot, until homogeneous and thickened, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Reserve 1 1/2 cups of cheese sauce in a heatproof measuring cup.
Add the sauce to the macaroni and season to taste. Reserve 1 cup mac 'n' cheese and stir the remaining mac 'n' cheese with the beaten eggs.
Spray the inside of a Bundt pan with a liberal amount of cooking spray. Working quickly, spread the macaroni mixture into the pan and bake until golden brown, about 25 minutes. Let cool 10 minutes.
Microwave the reserved cup cheese sauce (or reheat gently on the stovetop) until pourable, 2 to 3 minutes, then add the orange food coloring until the desired orange color is achieved.
Using a thin spatula, loosen the mac 'n' cheese from the sides of the Bundt. Turn out on a dish and fill the hole with the reserved cup mac 'n' cheese. Cover with the remaining orange cheese sauce. For extra effect, add the broccoli stem in the center. Serve immediately!

Ingredients:

1 (13.5 oz) package johnsonville polish kielbasa sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices

Directions:

In a 12-inch nonstick skillet, brown sausage over medium-high heat for 3-5 minutes. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
In the same skillet, bring water to a boil. Add pasta, reduce heat, stir often until pasta is al dente, about 8-10 minutes. (Do not drain).
In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch, milk and hot pepper sauce. Gradually add to pasta; cook and stir until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat; add cheese and sausage. Stir until blended and cheese melts. Sprinkle with crumbs if desired. Serve.

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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	745.13 Kcal (3120 kJ)
Calories from fat	338.69 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	37.63g	58%
Cholesterol	115.03mg	38%
Sodium	757.01mg	32%
Potassium	248.4mg	5%
Total Carbs	63.38g	21%
Sugars	2.98g	12%
Dietary Fiber	2.37g	9%
Protein	39.15g	78%
Vitamin C	1.9mg	3%
Vitamin A	1.8mg	59%
Iron	2.4mg	13%
Calcium	903.6mg	90%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	148.05 Kcal (620 kJ)
Calories from fat	67.29 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	7.48g	58%
Cholesterol	22.86mg	38%
Sodium	150.41mg	32%
Potassium	49.35mg	5%
Total Carbs	12.59g	21%
Sugars	0.59g	12%
Dietary Fiber	0.47g	9%
Protein	7.78g	78%
Vitamin C	0.4mg	3%
Vitamin A	0.4mg	59%
Iron	0.5mg	13%
Calcium	179.5mg	90%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Can I use evaporated milk instead of milk in mac and cheese?

Evaporated milk works great in mac and cheese and makes the sauce rich and creamy.

Can I use evaporated milk instead of heavy cream in mac and cheese?

Adding evaporated milk to your Kraft macaroni and cheese will make the dish thick, smooth, creamy, and not greasy which happens when too much fat is added.

What milk is best for mac and cheese?

The Rest of The Ingredients The remaining ingredients are simple: butter and flour (which makes the sauce thicken), milk, spices, salt, and pepper. For the milk, I prefer whole milk since it makes a creamier sauce, but I've used reduced fat milk plenty of times without complaint.

What does putting an egg in mac and cheese do?

The egg will make the Mac and Cheese smoother and creamier. I have tried this recipe with and without adding the egg and it does affect the texture of the final recipe. In a medium bowl, beat one egg. Warm the egg by drizzling in, very slowly, 2-3 Tablespoons of the thickened milk mixture.