Description
Ultimate Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food that transforms simple ingredients into a creamy, cheesy delight. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this easy slow cooker recipe guarantees gooey perfection with minimal effort. Just combine elbow macaroni, sharp cheddar, and Monterey Jack cheeses with a rich sauce for a dish that will have everyone asking for seconds. Dive into this indulgent meal and enjoy the warm hug of cheese goodness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 3 cups whole milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Grease the slow cooker with cooking spray or butter.
- Add uncooked elbow macaroni to the slow cooker.
- In a bowl, mix together sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses.
- Whisk together milk, melted butter, mustard powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in another bowl until smooth.
- Pour the cheese mixture over the pasta and stir in the sauce until everything is combined.
- Cover and cook on low for 2 hours or until pasta is tender and cheese has melted, stirring occasionally.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg