Crockpot Mac and Cheese
A creamy and comforting mac and cheese made effortlessly in a crockpot, perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Total Time: 190 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 4 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a cheese blend)
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup cream
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Gather and combine ingredients: In the crockpot, combine the uncooked elbow macaroni, shredded cheese, milk, cream, and butter.
- Add seasonings: Add salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to the mixture.
- Stir to combine: Stir to ensure all ingredients are well combined, making sure the macaroni is evenly coated with the creamy cheese blend.
- Cook until perfect: Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours, or until the macaroni is tender and the cheese is melted. Stir occasionally to keep everything evenly mixed.
- Serve & enjoy: Once cooked, stir well once more to bring the ingredients together and serve warm to your eager family or guests.
Notes
For an extra cheesy version, feel free to add different types of cheese. Consider stirring in cooked veggies for a nutritious twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 70mg