RECIPE: Mac and Cheese, Southern Style

There are a buh-zillion recipes for a good Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese. This variation presents a unique take, with a bit of a kick, with KING SIZED flavor. Tweak it to your liking, of course, but this is a keeper.

Mac and Cheese, Southern Style

2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (shred your own, it makes a difference)

1 cups cubed American cheese

1 can (12 oz.) evaporated milk

1 medium tomato, chopped (remove seeds)

6 scallions, chopped

2 teaspoons of chili powder

1 can (4 oz.) diced green chilis, drained

5 cups of cooked rotini (cook al dente as is will continue to cook a bit in the cooker)

• Combine all ingredients, except tomato and onion, in slow cooker
• Cook on HIGH for 2 hours, stirring after 1 hour
• Stir in tomato and onion
• Cook until hot throughout

Serve with garden salad and bread sticks.

ENJOY!