If evaporated milk sounds weird to you, let me assure you that it is an AWESOME item to keep in the pantry. It is made with real milk that has had about 60% of the water removed, and then is canned to keep it shelf stable. The resulting ingredient is a thicker, creamier milk that is perfect for cooking. There are so many excellent ways to use evaporated milk instead of regular milk or cream in your recipes and even in your coffee!  From creamy desserts to savory main dishes, evaporated milk is an excellent replacement for regular milk.