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"pet" creamy macaroni and cheese

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Gail Welch
Carthage, TX

Some of the best recipes are found on the back labels of boxes, cans and jars. This recipe came off the "Pet" Evaporated Milk can.

(1 rating)
yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For "pet" creamy macaroni and cheese

  • cooking spray
  • 4 Tbsp
    butter, divided
  • 1/4 c
    bread crumbs, dry
  • 1/4 tsp
    paprika
  • 2 Tbsp
    all purpose flour
  • 1 can
    evaporated milk, pet brand 12oz.
  • 1/2 c
    water
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 2 c
    cheddar cheese, shredded sharp
  • 1 c
    processed cheese, cubed (velveeta)
  • 2 c
    dry macaroni, small elbow, cooked and drained

How To Make "pet" creamy macaroni and cheese

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat 1 1/2- qt baking dish with cooking spray. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in microwave (30 secs or until melted). Stir in breadcrumbs and paprika. Set aside.
  • 2
    Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in 4-qt saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons flour, stirring constantly until lightly browned. Stir in "Pet" evaporated milk, water and salt. Bring to boil over medium-low heat, stirring constantly.
  • 3
    Stir in cheese and cooked macaroni until blended. Pour into prepared baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with breadcrumb mixture.
  • 4
    Bake 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and light golden brown.
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