Description
Macaroni and cheese made in a crockpot is the ultimate comfort food, combining creamy textures with rich flavors for a satisfying dish everyone will love. Perfect for family dinners or movie nights, this easy recipe fills your kitchen with mouthwatering aromas while providing a simple solution to weeknight meals. Customize it with your favorite add-ins, and enjoy every gooey bite shared with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: crumbled bacon or sautéed vegetables
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by measuring the macaroni and shredding the cheese.
- In the crockpot, combine uncooked macaroni, shredded cheddar cheese, milk, butter, salt, and pepper. Stir to mix evenly.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 2 to 3 hours until pasta is tender and has absorbed the cheese.
- Stir gently every 30 minutes to prevent sticking.
- If adding extras like bacon or veggies, mix them in during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 to 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg