Best 4 Creamy Crock Pot Macaroni And Cheese Recipes
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with our creamy crock-pot macaroni and cheese recipe. This classic dish is a delightful blend of tender macaroni, a rich and velvety cheese sauce, and a crispy, golden-brown crust. Whether you're a macaroni and cheese enthusiast or simply seeking a heartwarming meal, this recipe is sure to satisfy your taste buds. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a culinary masterpiece that will be a hit at any gathering.
But that's not all! This article also includes three additional macaroni and cheese recipes, each with its unique twist. From the smoky flavors of the bacon-ranch macaroni and cheese to the tangy zip of the buffalo chicken macaroni and cheese, there's a recipe here to suit every palate. Whether you prefer a traditional macaroni and cheese or are looking for something more adventurous, you'll find a recipe that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. So gather your ingredients, prepare your crock-pot, and embark on a culinary journey that will delight your senses and warm your soul.
CREAMY CROCKPOT MAC AND CHEESE
This creamy crockpot mac and cheese starts with uncooked macaroni. Just throw the milk, cheese and seasonings in the slow cooker for a meal everyone will love!
Provided by Amanda Formaro
Categories Sides
Time 2h5m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Spray 6-quart slow cooker with non-stick spray.
- Rinse the uncooked pasta well in cold water and drain.
- Add uncooked pasta to crockpot along with milks, cheeses, salt, pepper, mustard, garlic and cayenne pepper. Stir to combine, making sure macaroni is submerged in liquid as much as possible.
- Dot with cubed butter.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 1 hour. Remove lid and stir. Depending on your slow cooker, your dish could be done at this point or require UP TO 1-2 more hours.
- If not done, continue cooking and checking periodically (ever half hour or so).
- When done, pasta will be tender and liquid will be thick and creamy. Sauce will thicken even more after lid is removed and mac and cheese sits.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 574 kcal, Carbohydrate 51 g, Protein 26 g, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Sodium 923 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 10 g
CREAMY CROCKPOT MAC AND CHEESE
This ultra creamy Mac and Cheese recipe is made right in your slow cooker! Loved by both kids and adults, it's perfect for parties, potlucks, and more!
Provided by The Chunky Chef
Categories Main Course Side Dish
Time 2h15m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook elbow macaroni for 4 minutes, then drain. This will likely be less time than the box says to cook it for, but we want to undercook it.
- Lightly spray the insert of a 6 quart or larger slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray, and add cooked pasta.
- Top with olive oil and butter, stirring to combine well.
- Add all remaining ingredients and stir.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 2 hours, stirring after one hour. After one hour, the pasta may be slightly stuck, just give it a good stir and it'll loosen up.
- When the second hour is up, give the mac and cheese a good, solid stir and you'll see the cheesy sauce come together. Taste, adjust seasoning if necessary and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 458 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 23 g, Fat 25 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 67 mg, Sodium 1145 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 7 g, UnsaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SLOW COOKER MAC AND CHEESE
This creamy, comforting meal takes just moments to assemble and is always a big hit. Great for large family gatherings and to take to pot luck dinners. I'm always asked for the recipe!
Provided by Cathy P
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Macaroni and Cheese Recipes
Time 3h25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes. Drain and transfer pasta to slow cooker.
- Add butter to pasta and stir until melted; season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle about 1/2 the Cheddar cheese over pasta and stir.
- Whisk evaporated milk and eggs together in a bowl until smooth; stir into pasta mixture.
- Whisk milk and Cheddar cheese soup together in a bowl until smooth; stir into pasta mixture. Sprinkle remaining cheese over pasta mixture; garnish with paprika.
- Cook on Low for 3 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 431.6 calories, Carbohydrate 33.9 g, Cholesterol 99 mg, Fat 24.7 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 17.8 g, SaturatedFat 14.8 g, Sodium 524.2 mg, Sugar 4.7 g
CREAMY CROCK POT MACARONI AND CHEESE
Yummy!! Free up your oven and cook this classic dish in your crock pot! I made this is my taller older, 4 qt. crock pot rather than my new larger oval shaped one that tends to run hot. This could also be baked in the oven if necessary.
Provided by KPD123
Categories Cheese
Time 2h45m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook macaroni 4-6 minutes, keeping macaroni very al dente. Drain. Toss hot pasta with butter.
- In a greased crock pot, add cheese, soup, milk, sour cream, eggs, salt, pepper and mustard powder. Mix to combine.
- Add pasta to crock pot. Stir to combine well.
- Cook on low 2 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally. (Careful because when I cooked mine 30 min too long, it started to become grainy!).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.7, Fat 14.3, SaturatedFat 8.5, Cholesterol 39.9, Sodium 508.3, Carbohydrate 50.2, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 2, Protein 12.1
Tips:
- For a smoother sauce, use a blender or food processor to blend the cheese sauce until it is completely smooth.
- If you don't have a crock pot, you can cook the macaroni and cheese in a Dutch oven over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the sauce is thickened and bubbly.
- To make the macaroni and cheese even cheesier, add an extra 1/2 cup of shredded cheese to the sauce.
- If you like a crispy topping, sprinkle some bread crumbs or crushed crackers on top of the macaroni and cheese before baking.
- For a more flavorful macaroni and cheese, add some cooked bacon, diced ham, or grilled chicken to the sauce.
Conclusion:
This creamy crock pot macaroni and cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make comfort food that the whole family will love. With just a few simple ingredients and a slow cooker, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this creamy crock pot macaroni and cheese a try. You won't be disappointed!
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