Description
Creamy Crock Pot Mac and Cheese is the epitome of comfort food, delivering a rich, velvety texture paired with gooey melted cheese and tender pasta. This slow cooker recipe is perfect for busy nights or casual gatherings, allowing you to effortlessly prepare a delightful dish that everyone will love. Customize it with your favorite add-ins like crispy bacon or fresh vegetables for an extra burst of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 3 cups whole milk
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 8 oz Monterey Jack cheese, grated
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Grease the slow cooker with non-stick spray or butter.
- Add dry elbow macaroni and enough water to cover; cook on high for about 10 minutes until slightly softened.
- Stir in milk, butter, cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, sharp cheddar, and Monterey Jack cheeses.
- Mix well until all ingredients are combined and pasta is coated.
- Cover and cook on low for approximately two hours, stirring occasionally until creamy.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Experiment with different cheeses like Gruyère or mozzarella for varied flavors.
Add-ins such as cooked bacon bits or steamed broccoli can enhance both taste and nutrition.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days or freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 70mg