Creamy and Delicious Slow Cooker Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

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Creamy and Delicious Slow Cooker Macaroni and Cheese Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
240 mins
Total Time:
260mins
Recipe by Administrator
Published on September 05, 2023

This slow cooker macaroni and cheese recipe is the epitome of comfort food. It's creamy, cheesy, and incredibly delicious. Made with simple ingredients, this recipe takes only a few minutes to prepare and the slow cooker does all the work. Perfect for a cozy night in or a potluck, this mac and cheese will satisfy your cravings and leave you wanting more. It's the ultimate comfort food that is sure to be a crowd pleaser!

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Directions

  1. Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, flour, salt, black pepper, and paprika until well combined.
  3. In the slow cooker, combine the cooked macaroni, cheddar cheese, milk, evaporated milk, and the butter-flour mixture. Stir everything together until well coated.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 hours or on high for 2 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  5. Once the macaroni and cheese is creamy and heated through, serve immediately.
  6. Optional: For a crispy topping, transfer the macaroni and cheese to a baking dish and broil for a few minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
  7. Enjoy the creamy and delicious slow cooker macaroni and cheese!

Interesting Facts

  • Macaroni and cheese is one of the most popular comfort foods in America.
  • The first written record of macaroni and cheese dates back to a 13th-century Italian cookbook.
  • Thomas Jefferson is credited with introducing macaroni and cheese to the United States. He tasted it while traveling in Europe and loved it so much that he brought the recipe back with him.
  • Slow cooking the macaroni and cheese allows the flavors to fully develop and results in an ultra-creamy texture.