Slow Cooker Mac & Cheese
Slow Cooker Mac & Cheese is the ultimate comfort food, offering a creamy and cheesy experience that’s easy to prepare and impossible to resist. This dish brings together perfectly cooked elbow macaroni and sharp cheddar cheese, enveloped in a velvety sauce that makes every bite heavenly. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or cozy nights in, this mac and cheese is sure to become a favorite at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 4 cups whole milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon mustard powder
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (optional)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Gather all ingredients on the counter.
- Cook pasta: In the slow cooker, combine elbow macaroni with enough water to cover. Cook on high for 10 minutes until al dente.
- Add dairy: Stir in milk and butter until melted.
- Mix in cheese: Gradually add cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and mustard powder until fully melted.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover and cook: Place the lid on and set to low for 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally until creamy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating cooked bacon or sautéed vegetables. Try different cheeses like gouda or pepper jack for a unique twist.