Description
Creamy Crock Pot Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for family gatherings, game days, or cozy dinners. This dish features tender elbow macaroni enveloped in a velvety blend of sharp cheddar and cream cheese, ensuring a rich indulgence that warms the heart. With minimal prep and a simple set-it-and-forget-it approach, your slow cooker does all the work while you relax with loved ones. Customize it easily by adding crispy bacon or fresh vegetables to create a unique version that caters to everyone’s taste. The result is a creamy, cheesy delight that will impress even the pickiest eaters!
Ingredients
- 16 oz elbow macaroni
- 4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 cups whole milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by shredding the cheddar cheese.
- In the crock pot, combine uncooked macaroni, shredded cheddar, cubed cream cheese, melted butter, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix thoroughly until well combined.
- Cover and cook on low for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Check pasta tenderness; if needed, continue cooking for an additional hour.
- Stir well before serving warm.
Notes
Experiment with different cheese blends like mozzarella or smoked Gouda for unique flavors.
For added richness, substitute milk with half-and-half or cream.
Incorporate cooked bacon bits or diced jalapeños for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Comfort Food
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg