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Creamy Crockpot Mac and Cheese Recipe Easy 5-Ingredient Comfort Food

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A simple, creamy, and comforting mac and cheese made effortlessly in a slow cooker with just five basic ingredients. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you want a hands-off, delicious meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (8 ounces) uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 12 ounces)
  • 2 ½ cups (10 fl oz) whole milk
  • 4 tablespoons (¼ cup) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Optional: ground black pepper or paprika, garlic powder or mustard powder

Instructions

  1. Measure out 2 cups (8 oz) of dry elbow macaroni. Shred 3 cups (12 oz) of sharp cheddar cheese if not pre-shredded. Melt 4 tablespoons unsalted butter and measure 2 ½ cups of milk.
  2. In a mixing bowl or jug, stir the melted butter into the milk along with 1 teaspoon salt.
  3. Pour the uncooked macaroni into the slow cooker. Pour the milk and butter mixture over the pasta evenly. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top. Do not stir.
  4. Cover with the lid and cook on low for 2 ½ to 3 hours. Around 2 hours, check pasta texture and stir gently to combine cheese into the sauce. Continue cooking if needed.
  5. Once pasta is tender and sauce is creamy, give a final stir. Add black pepper or paprika if desired. If sauce is too thick, stir in a splash of milk.
  6. Serve warm.

Notes

Avoid opening the slow cooker lid frequently to prevent heat loss and longer cooking time. Stir only once midway to prevent cheese clumping. Use whole milk for best creaminess. Freshly shred cheese for better melt and texture. Check pasta at 2 hours to avoid overcooking.

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