How to Make Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese - A Step-by-Step Guide

Mac and cheese is a timeless comfort food classic loved by kids and adults alike. There's something about the creamy, cheesy goodness that just warms the soul and satisfies the palate. And while there are many ways to make mac and cheese, one of the easiest and most hands-off methods is using a slow cooker.

Slow cooker mac and cheese is perfect for busy weeknights or when you just want to set it and forget it. The slow cooker does all the work, melting the cheese and cooking the pasta...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
  • ½ cup butter
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 (16 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 (5 ounce) can evaporated milk
  • 2 eggs, well beaten
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed Cheddar cheese soup (such as Campbell's)
  • 1 pinch paprika, or as desired (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 hrs 15 mins
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 12

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in macaroni and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and transfer pasta to a slow cooker.
  • Add butter to pasta and stir until melted; season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle about 1/2 of the Cheddar cheese over pasta and stir.
  • Whisk evaporated milk and eggs together in a bowl until smooth; stir into pasta mixture.
  • Whisk milk and condensed soup together in a bowl until smooth; stir into pasta mixture.
  • Sprinkle remaining cheese over pasta mixture; garnish with paprika.
  • Cook on Low for 3 hours, checking the edges are not getting too brown after 2 1/2 hours.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    432 cal.

    • Total Fat: 25g
    • Saturated Fat: 15g
    • Cholesterol: 99mg
    • Sodium: 524mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 34g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 368mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 229mg