Slow Cooked Mac N Cheese
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this irresistibly creamy Slow Cooked Mac N Cheese, a decadent twist on a classic favorite. Perfectly cooked al dente elbow macaroni is enveloped in a rich, cheesy blend of sharp cheddar, Monterey Jack, Parmesan, and cream cheese, infused with the warm and subtle flavors of ground mustard and paprika. The magic happens in the slow cooker, where the gentle heat melds the cheeses into a luscious sauce while letting you skip the fuss of stovetop cooking. With just 15 minutes of prep and a hands-off cooking time of two hours, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or holiday gatherings. Each bite is an explosion of velvety, cheesy bliss that will leave your family and guests craving seconds – and thirds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Elbow macaroni
- 12 oz Evaporated milk
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 stick Butter
- 4 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 4 oz Cream cheese, softened and cut into cubes
- 1 tsp Ground mustard
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
Boil the elbow macaroni in salted water for 5-6 minutes, or until just undercooked (al dente). Drain and set aside.
Grease the inside of the slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
Add the cooked macaroni to the slow cooker.
Cube the stick of butter and place it evenly over the macaroni.
Pour in the evaporated milk, whole milk, and heavy cream over the macaroni.
Add the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and the cubed cream cheese into the slow cooker.
Sprinkle in the ground mustard, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Stir everything together until evenly distributed, but do not overmix.
Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to LOW heat.
Slow cook for 2 hours, stirring halfway through to ensure the cheese blends and melts evenly.
Once the mac and cheese is creamy and all the cheese has melted, check for seasoning and adjust with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Serve immediately or keep warm in the slow cooker until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7356 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 477.4 g | 612% | |
| Saturated Fat | 285.0 g | 1425% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1455 mg | 485% | |
| Sodium | 9659 mg | 420% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 440.6 g | 160% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.3 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 83.8 g | ||
| Protein | 315.2 g | 630% | |
| Vitamin D | 16.2 mcg | 81% | |
| Calcium | 7415 mg | 570% | |
| Iron | 22.5 mg | 125% | |
| Potassium | 2710 mg | 58% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
