skillet mac and cheese & kielbasa

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 (13.5 ounce) package johnsonville polish kielbasa sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices
• 4 cups water
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
• 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
• 2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese
• toasted bread crumbs (optional)

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• 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.