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Ingredients needed for Crockpot Macaroni & Cheese:
Steps for making mac and cheese in the slow cooker
Easy things to stir into Crockpot Mac and Cheese:
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Crockpot Macaroni and Cheese
Can I put uncooked noodles in a crock pot?
How long does dry pasta take to cook in a slow cooker?
Can you add dried pasta to slow cooker?
Do you put eggs in crock pot mac and cheese?

Creamy, cheesy and comforting, Crockpot Mac and Cheese is perfect for family dinners or potluck!

I have a confession: I’m obsessed with macaroni and cheese. I love it so much that I developed this recipe for Crockpot Mac and Cheese, which is creamy, cheesy, and comforting.

It’s really a hybrid meal, because you still have to boil the noodles before putting everything in the crock pot, but it is nice to get things ready for dinner in the afternoon and then you avoid that 5:00 rush to get dinner going.

This comfort food also happens to be so easy to make! If you want to try something new or just eat some delicious comfort food, give this Crockpot Macaroni & Cheese recipe a go!

Ingredients needed for Crockpot Macaroni & Cheese:

pasta-I use elbow macaroni, but Rotini is also a great option because it holds the sauce well
butter-butter is a key ingredient in this recipe, as it adds a lot of flavor and helps the cheese melt. It also helps the sauce thicken
evaporated milk-sold in 12 oz. cans (now powdered milk)
sharp cheddar cheese-mild cheddar is OK to use, but sharp cheddar packs more of a punch of cheesy flavor. Grate it fresh off the block for the best melting consistency (pre-shredded cheese doesn’t melt well)
Velveeta-for the smoothest consistency and longer cook time in the slow cooker, you need chunks of Velveeta. If you can’t stand the idea of using a processed cheese, try my Homemade Velveeta Cheese!
ground mustard-this spice adds a little kick and also a pretty yellow color to your Crockpot Macaroni and Cheese
salt and pepper

Steps for making mac and cheese in the slow cooker

Add butter chunks to cooked noodles

Stir in shredded cheese

Add chunks of Velveeta

Stir in milk and 1/2 and 1/2

Easy things to stir into Crockpot Mac and Cheese:

bacon- cook and chop up pieces of thick cut bacon, or cheat a little and try bacon bits!
ham-this is a great way to use up leftover ham after Easter or Christmas!
kielbasa or sausage-adding protein makes Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese into a complete meal.
shredded or diced chicken breast
vegetables-peas or broccoli are great add-in options for macaroni and cheese.

Just look at that creamy deliciousness! I make this recipe for family gatherings on occasion, and it’s always gobbled up. Even with a large crowd, the recipe is enough to serve at least 20 as a side dish.

This is the best macaroni and cheese recipe! It’s creamy, cheesy and comforting. I loved being able to cook it in my Crock-Pot to keep it warm for everyone. This would be great for a family dinner or potluck!

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Crockpot Macaroni and Cheese

Creamy, cheesy and comforting, Crockpot Mac and Cheese is perfect for family dinners or potluck!

Prep Time10 mins

Cook Time2 hrs

Total Time2 hrs 10 mins

Course: Dinner, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: crockpot, slow cooker, pasta, ravioli, easy dinner, macaroni and cheese, mac and cheese

Servings: 16

Calories: 308kcal

4 cups uncooked elbow macaroni 1 pound pkg
1/4 cup butter cut into chunks
1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
1 1/2 cups half-and-half
3 cups sharp cheddar cheese freshly shredded
8 oz Velveeta cheese cut into cubes
2 Tbsp ground mustard
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper

Spray 4-5 quart slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
4 cups uncooked elbow macaroni, 1/4 cup butter
Cook and drain macaroni as directed on package, using minimum cook time. Place macaroni in slow cooker; immediately add butter and stir until melted.
1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk, 1 1/2 cups half-and-half, 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese, 8 oz Velveeta cheese, 2 Tbsp ground mustard, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper
Add evaporated milk, half-and-half, Cheddar cheese, the cubed cheese, mustard, salt and pepper; stir to blend well.
Cover; cook on Low heat setting 2 to 3 hours, stirring once halfway through cooking time.

Originally published 7/2015; Updated 7/2022

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Can I put uncooked noodles in a crock pot?

Yes, you can cook pasta in a Crock Pot! This simple, prep-ahead supper is a convenient option when you have hungry mouths to feed -- but not a lot of time! The uncooked noodles go straight into the slow cooker, so you don't even have to boil them first.

How long does dry pasta take to cook in a slow cooker?

Cover and cook on low for 3 to 4 hours or on high for 1 to 2 hours. Check at the 3 (on low) or 1 (on high) hour mark to ensure the pasta does not over cook. To check for doneness, use a fork to pull a “test” noodle from the center of the slow cooker. Once it is tender, the pasta is done.

Can you add dried pasta to slow cooker?

Yes, you can. You can load up the slow cooker with any dry pasta and it will do a fantastic job of cooking it for you. All you must worry about, is that you have added enough liquid in the liquid to pasta ratio so that the pasta will not end up dry because it has soaked up all the liquid.

Do you put eggs in crock pot mac and cheese?

In a large 4-quart slow cooker sprayed with cooking spray, mix the macaroni, evaporated milk, milk, butter, salt, pepper, eggs and all but 1/2 cup of the grated cheese. Sprinkle the reserved cheese over the top of the mixture and then sprinkle with paprika. Cover and cook on low heat for 3 hours and 15 minutes.