This is a crowd-pleasing crock pot mac and cheese recipe that is my go-to dish for family gatherings or any pot luck meal. It’s super easy because you make it in the crock pot! And, you don’t have to boil the macaroni noodles first! I’m asked to bring this mac and cheese time and again to events. Now, mind you, it’s not healthy – but it is yummy!
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With the upcoming holidays, I thought I would re-share this amazing crock pot mac and cheese recipe! I first shared this recipe way back in 2012! But, I have so many new readers now. So, with the holidays fast approaching, I thought it was the perfect time to share it again! There are so many occasions for this recipe! It travels well because it’s made in the crock pot and everyone loves macaroni and cheese – especially the kids! Not only is this recipe easy to make, but it’s so delishious! And, that is why I’m asked over and over for this recipe! It’s a creamy macaroni and cheese and the combination of Monterey jack cheese and cheddar cheese is divine!
BUT, I DON’T HAVE A CROCK POT!
If you don’t have a crock pot or slow cooker, I’ve got you covered! You can also make this same recipe on your stove top! Just combine all of the ingredients in a large pot. Cook on medium until the noodles are cooked to your liking and the cheese sauce is thickened! Stir constantly to make sure the noodles don’t stick. I make it this way all the time if I’m not traveling with it. It cooks quicker, under an hour, so this method is perfect if you are making it for dinner!
And, if you like baked mac and cheese with a little crunch on top, pop some of the finished mac and cheese into a single serve au gratin or ramekin dish. Then, bake in a 350 degree oven until the top is golden brown!
In crock pot combine: the two cheeses cut into cubes, cheddar cheese soup, four soup cans of milk and one stick of butter sliced. Set your crock pot to High Temp. After 2 hours, stir the mixture and add the dry macaroni noodles. The mix will be very soupy at this point. Continue to cook on high for an additional 1 1/2 to 2 hours until macaroni is fully cooked to your liking. You will want to stir the mix a couple times during this time as the noodles cook and the ingredients combine. If you need to make this in a hurry, you can make it on your stove top in a large pot. If I use this cooking method, I combine all of the ingredients at once and continually stir while cooking to make sure the noodles don't stick. Crock Pot Mac and Cheese
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I adore Mac N Cheese and this recipe sounds so decadent! Loving it! It’s my favorite cozy winter comfort food! 🙂 Linda
My granddaughter loves mac and cheese! We’re going away for a few days before the holidays so I’ll have to make this for her as a surprise. Thanks, Doreen!
That look so good. I’m drooling. Definitely making this for my kids!
Yes please…..more. Oh my goodness, this looks sooooo good. never made it this way but going to try your recipe.