Description
Heavenly Crock Pot Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food, combining creamy cheeses and perfectly cooked pasta in a slow cooker. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a rich, velvety dish that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Ideal for family dinners or gatherings, this mac and cheese is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare. Simply layer your ingredients in the crock pot and let it do all the work while you enjoy the delightful aroma filling your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 4 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by grating the cheeses and measuring out the macaroni and milk.
- In a greased crock pot, combine dry elbow macaroni, shredded cheeses, melted butter, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in the whole milk and stir until well mixed.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Check for tenderness; add additional seasoning if desired before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 60mg