Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with our collection of Crockpot macaroni and cheese recipes. These recipes offer a delightful blend of creamy, cheesy goodness with tender pasta, all prepared effortlessly in your trusty slow cooker. From classic macaroni and cheese to unique variations featuring different types of cheese, vegetables, and even bacon, our recipes cater to every taste and preference.
Prepare to satisfy your cravings with our classic Crockpot macaroni and cheese recipe, featuring a velvety cheese sauce made with a combination of cheddar and mozzarella that coats every noodle perfectly. If you're looking for a healthier option, try our lightened-up Crockpot macaroni and cheese, which uses low-fat milk and reduced-fat cheese while still delivering a rich and satisfying flavor.
For those who love a kick of spice, our Crockpot buffalo chicken macaroni and cheese is a must-try. This recipe combines the bold flavors of buffalo sauce and tender chicken with a creamy macaroni and cheese base. And for a vegetarian delight, our Crockpot roasted vegetable macaroni and cheese is packed with colorful roasted vegetables and a creamy cheese sauce, offering a healthy and flavorful twist on the classic dish.
Each recipe includes step-by-step instructions, cooking times, and serving suggestions, ensuring a hassle-free cooking experience. Whether you're hosting a family gathering, a potluck, or simply craving a comforting meal, our Crockpot macaroni and cheese recipes are guaranteed to be a hit.
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
EASY CROCK POT MACARONI AND CHEESE
From Company's Coming Slow Cooker Recipes. I love to make this when my kids have skating lessons. I can throw it into the crockpot after school and when lessons are over, dinner is waiting. If you are lucky enough to have two crock pots, you can have a glazed ham going in the other one and your dinner is ready to go!
Provided by Pamela
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 2h10m
Yield 4 cups, 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Spray crockpot with non-stick spray for easy cleaning.
- In a saucepan, combine first 5 ingredients.
- Pour in milk and stir with a whisk until no lumps remain.
- Heat and continue stirring until mixture boils and is thickened.
- Add cheese and then macaroni.
- Stir until well mixed.
- Pour into 3 1/2 quart (3. 5L) slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 2-2 1/2 hours or on high for 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 685.7, Fat 28.9, SaturatedFat 17.7, Cholesterol 93.5, Sodium 1250.6, Carbohydrate 73.2, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 2.5, Protein 32.4
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
SLOW-COOKER MAC AND CHEESE
This classic casserole is a rich and cheesy meatless main dish. I've never met anyone who didn't ask for a second helping. -Bernice Glascoe, Roxboro, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 4h
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain. Place in a 5-qt. slow cooker; add butter. In a large bowl, mix 3 cups cheese, evaporated milk, condensed soup, 2% milk and eggs. Pour over macaroni mixture; stir to combine. Cook, covered, on low for 3-1/2 to 4 hours or until a thermometer reads at least 160°., Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Cook, covered, on low until cheese is melted, 15-20 minutes longer. Sprinkle with paprika.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 502 calories, Fat 28g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 131mg cholesterol, Sodium 638mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein.
OUR BEST CROCK POT MAC AND CHEESE RECIPE
Simply the BEST Crockpot Mac and Cheese recipe out there. Give it a try!Don't cook the noodles for this recipe, just throw in your milk, cheese, and seasonings together in the slow cooker and you'll have a delicious family meal ready in no time!
Provided by Cassie Marshall
Categories Side Dish
Time 2h5m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Spray your crockpot with non-stick spray.
- Rinse your uncooked pasta in a strainer and drain out all the excess water.
- Add your uncooked pasta to your crockpot along with your milk, cheese, mustard, garlic, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Stir everything well so all the ingredients mix together and make sure the macaroni is in the liquid as much as possible.
- Add your cubed butter.
- Cover your crock pot and turn on the low heat and cook for 1 hour. Remove the lid and stir all your ingredients before replacing the lid. Check the consistency because your dish may be done or require an additional 1-2 hours.
- Check your dish every half hour if it is not done and remember to stir when checking your dish.
- You will know your mac and cheese is done if the pasta is tender and the liquid is thick and creamy. Once you remove the lid, keep in mind the sauce will thicken even more as the mac and cheese sits.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 574 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving
SLOW COOKER MACARONI AND CHEESE
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Categories main-dish
Time 3h25m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large 4-quart slow cooker sprayed with cooking spray, mix the macaroni, evaporated milk, milk, butter, salt, pepper, eggs and all but 1/2 cup of the grated cheese. Sprinkle the reserved cheese over the top of the mixture and then sprinkle with paprika. Cover and cook on low heat for 3 hours and 15 minutes. Turn off the slow cooker, stir the mixture and serve hot.
CROCKPOT MACARONI AND CHEESE
Macaroni and cheese cooked in the crockpot. Can be made gluten free. Milk can be dairy or non-dairy. Best crockpot macaroni and cheese recipe I have tried and the only macaroni and cheese my 13 year old daughter will eat. Makes a lot, recipe can be reduced. From site "A Year of Slow Cooking."
Provided by finchstacy
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 2h10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Grease or oil crockpot. In a mixing bowl, whip egg and milk together. Stir in spices.
- Add cheese and noodles, and stir well to combine. Pour the mixture into the crockpot.
- Cover and cook on low for 2-5 hours, or on high for 1-3.
- Check often. Depending on crockpot, may cook very quickly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.4, Fat 19.4, SaturatedFat 11.7, Cholesterol 76.5, Sodium 761.6, Carbohydrate 31.9, Fiber 1, Sugar 0.8, Protein 19.7
Tips:
- Use a good quality cheese. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your macaroni and cheese.
- Shred your own cheese. Pre-shredded cheese contains additives that can prevent it from melting smoothly.
- Cook your macaroni noodles according to the package directions. Al dente noodles will hold their shape better in the crockpot.
- Don't overcook your macaroni and cheese. The noodles should be tender but still have a little bite to them.
- Add your favorite mix-ins. Some popular options include cooked chicken, broccoli, and bacon.
Conclusion:
Crockpot macaroni and cheese is a delicious and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great dish to take to potlucks and parties. With a few simple tips, you can make the best crockpot macaroni and cheese that your family and friends will love.
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