Description
Creamy and delicious, this Crock Pot Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food that practically makes itself. With a blend of cheddar and American cheese, this easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or potlucks.
Ingredients
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Pasta:
- 1 lb. elbow macaroni pasta
Cheese:
- 8 oz. sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 4 oz. American deli cheese, cut into 1" cubes
Other:
- 4 tablespoons butter, cut into 1" cubes
- 3 cups half and half
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Place all ingredients into the slow cooker.
- Cook: Cook on LOW for up to 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes.
- Check Doneness: Check at 1 ½ hours for pasta tenderness; cook longer if needed.
- Adjust Consistency: If too thick, stir in milk to loosen.
- Serve: Serve immediately or keep warm until serving. Store leftovers in the fridge.
Notes
- You can add cooked bacon or breadcrumbs on top for extra flavor and texture.
- Feel free to customize with your favorite cheeses or spices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
