6 oz (170g)grated mild or medium cheddar cheese (or Fontina, Gruyère, or Jack)
Method
1Place macaroni in a medium saucepan and add just enough cold water to cover. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil over high heat, stirring frequently. Cook until water is almost completely absorbed and macaroni is just shy of al dente, about 6 minutes.
2Immediately add evaporated milk and bring to a boil. Add cheese. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring continuously, until cheese is melted and liquid has reduced to a creamy sauce, about 2 more minutes.
3Season to taste with salt and serve immediately.
Notes
Optional add-ins: hot sauce, mustard powder, or a knob of butter stirred in with the evaporated milk.