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Creamy Crockpot Three Cheese Mac and Cheese

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A creamy, comforting mac and cheese made effortlessly in the slow cooker with three classic cheeses and a rich, velvety sauce. Perfect for busy evenings and crowd-pleasing dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni (about 270g)
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 200g)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (about 100g)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (about 50g)
  • 2 cups whole milk (480ml)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240ml)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (28g)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne pepper

Instructions

  1. Measure 3 cups (270g) of dry elbow macaroni. No need to pre-cook it.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups (200g) shredded sharp cheddar, 1 cup (100g) shredded mozzarella, and ½ cup (50g) grated Parmesan. Toss with 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, and a pinch of salt and black pepper.
  3. Pour 2 cups (480ml) whole milk, 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream, and 2 tablespoons (28g) melted unsalted butter into the crockpot. Whisk gently to combine.
  4. Add the dry macaroni and cheese mixture into the slow cooker. Stir gently to coat the pasta with the milk and cream mixture.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 2.5 to 3 hours. Avoid opening the lid too often. Check at 2 hours for tenderness and creaminess.
  6. Once cooked, stir gently. If too thick, add a splash of milk to loosen. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

Use freshly shredded cheeses for best melt quality. Avoid pre-cooking pasta. Stir gently once or twice during cooking if edges dry out. For a crusty top, broil with extra cheese after slow cooking. Gluten-free pasta can be substituted. Add steamed vegetables or bacon bits for variations.

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Keywords: mac and cheese, crockpot, slow cooker, three cheese, comfort food, easy dinner, creamy, cheddar, mozzarella, parmesan

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