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Crockpot Mac and Cheese Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This Crockpot Mac and Cheese recipe is a creamy, comforting dish made easy with slow cooking. Combining elbow macaroni with sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, whole milk, and butter, it delivers rich, cheesy goodness with minimal effort. Perfect for a cozy family meal, this recipe allows the flavors to meld beautifully over a few hours in the crockpot, resulting in a smooth and satisfying macaroni and cheese.

Ingredients

Scale

Pasta

  • 2 cups elbow macaroni

Cheese

  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded

Liquids and Fats

  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 4 tbsp butter, melted

Seasoning

  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook Macaroni: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the macaroni thoroughly and set aside.
  2. Prepare Milk Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the whole milk, melted butter, salt, and black pepper until well combined to create a smooth base for the cheese sauce.
  3. Add Cheese: Gradually stir in the shredded sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses into the milk mixture, mixing until the cheeses are fully incorporated and the mixture is creamy.
  4. Grease Crockpot and Layer: Lightly grease the crockpot with butter or non-stick spray. Add the cooked macaroni into the crockpot and then pour the cheese mixture evenly over the pasta, gently stirring to combine.
  5. Cook in Crockpot: Cover the crockpot and cook on low heat for 2 to 3 hours. Stir occasionally during cooking to ensure the cheese sauce thickens evenly and coats the macaroni without sticking.
  6. Serve Warm: Once the cheese sauce has fully melted and the dish is creamy and bubbly, serve the mac and cheese warm, straight from the crockpot for a comforting meal.

Notes

  • Stir occasionally to prevent the mac and cheese from sticking to the crockpot sides and burning.
  • Use sharp cheeses for a more intense cheesy flavor.
  • Feel free to add extras such as cooked bacon, breadcrumbs, or herbs for added texture and flavor.
  • If the mac and cheese thickens too much, add a splash of milk to loosen the sauce before serving.
  • Ensure not to overcook to avoid dry macaroni.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

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