Best Makeover Light Slow Cooked Mac N Cheese Crock Pot Recipes

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BEST SLOW COOKER MACARONI AND CHEESE RECIPE



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This slow cooker macaroni and cheese recipe is the creamiest, cheesiest recipe you'll find! This recipe is easily doubled to feed a crowd, AND it's budget-friendly. The perfect party-ready mac and cheese!

Provided by I Heart Recipes

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h5m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups UNCOOKED elbow macaroni pasta
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
1 cup colby cheese (shredded)
3 tbsp butter
2 & 3/4 cup half & half
1 15 oz can Campbell's Cheddar Cheese condensed soup
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1/2 tsp paprika (smoked or plain)

Steps:

  • Combine the half & half with the cheddar cheese soup, and mix until it's nice and smooth.
  • Next, sprinkle in the paprika and black pepper, and mix.
  • Pour the elbow macaroni and cheese into the crock pot, half of the shredded cheddar & colby, the cut butter, and half & half/ cheddar soup mixture.
  • Mix until well incorporated.
  • Top off with the remaining shredded cheese.
  • Put the lid on top of the slow cooker, then set the slow cooker on low.
  • Let cook for 3 hours.
  • Serve and enjoy!

MAKEOVER LIGHT SLOW-COOKED MAC 'N' CHEESE CROCK POT



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Make and share this Makeover Light Slow-Cooked Mac 'n' Cheese Crock Pot recipe from Food.com.

Provided by nicoleingermantown

Categories     Cheese

Time 3h10m

Yield 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 (12 ounce) can reduced-fat evaporated milk
1 1/2 cups nonfat milk
1/3 cup egg substitute
1 tablespoon butter, melted
8 ounces Velveeta reduced fat cheese product, cubed
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the evaporated milk, milk, egg substitute and butter. Stir in the process cheese, 1-1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese and macaroni.
  • Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker coated with nonstick cooking spray. Cover and cook on low for 2-3/4 to 3 hours or until center is set, stirring once. Sprinkle with remaining sharp cheddar cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.5, Fat 12.6, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 41, Sodium 598.2, Carbohydrate 22.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 5.1, Protein 16.4

SLOW COOKER MAC AND CHEESE



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This creamy, comforting meal takes just moments to assemble and is always a big hit. Great for large family gatherings and to take to pot luck dinners. I'm always asked for the recipe!

Provided by Cathy P

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Time 3h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
½ cup butter
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (16 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
1 (5 ounce) can evaporated milk
2 eggs, well beaten
2 cups whole milk
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed Cheddar cheese soup (such as Campbell's®)
1 pinch paprika, or as desired

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes. Drain and transfer pasta to slow cooker.
  • Add butter to pasta and stir until melted; season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle about 1/2 the Cheddar cheese over pasta and stir.
  • Whisk evaporated milk and eggs together in a bowl until smooth; stir into pasta mixture.
  • Whisk milk and Cheddar cheese soup together in a bowl until smooth; stir into pasta mixture. Sprinkle remaining cheese over pasta mixture; garnish with paprika.
  • Cook on Low for 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431.6 calories, Carbohydrate 33.9 g, Cholesterol 99 mg, Fat 24.7 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 17.8 g, SaturatedFat 14.8 g, Sodium 524.2 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

SLOW COOKER MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h25m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Cooking spray
8 ounces elbow macaroni, cooked
One 12-ounce can evaporated milk
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1/4 cup (1/2 stick ) of butter, melted
1 teaspoon salt
Dash of pepper
2 large eggs, beaten
Two 10-ounce bricks sharp Cheddar cheese, grated (about 5 cups)
Dash of paprika

Steps:

  • 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. Turn off the slow cooker, stir the mixture and serve hot.

MAKEOVER SLOW-COOKED MAC 'N' CHEESE



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This recipe is a clear example of comfort food at its finest; it's rich, hearty and extra cheesy. And because it's made in the slow cooker, it's also extremely easy. -Shelby Molina, Whitewater, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 2h25m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 can (12 ounces) reduced-fat evaporated milk
1-1/2 cups fat-free milk
1/3 cup egg substitute
1 tablespoon butter, melted
8 ounces reduced-fat process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
Coarsely ground pepper, optional

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the evaporated milk, milk, egg substitute and butter. Stir in the process cheese, 1-1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese and macaroni., Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray. Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours or until center is set, stirring once. Sprinkle with remaining sharp cheddar cheese and, if desired, coarsely ground pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calories, Fat 12g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 647mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY SLOW-COOKER MAC & CHEESE



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My sons always say I'm the best mom in the world when I make this creamy mac-and-cheese perfection. Does it get any better than that? -Heidi Fleek, Hamburg, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cheddar cheese soup, undiluted
1 cup 2% milk
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded fontina cheese
1 cup shredded provolone cheese

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions for al dente. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine soup, milk, sour cream, butter and seasonings; cook and stir over medium-low heat until blended. Stir in cheeses until melted., Drain macaroni; transfer to a greased 3-qt. slow cooker. Stir in cheese mixture. Cook, covered, on low 1-2 hours or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 712mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

SLOW-COOKED MAC 'N' CHEESE



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Slow-cooked mac and cheese-the words alone are enough to make mouths water. This is comfort food at its best: rich and extra cheesy. And the slow cooker makes it so easy. -Shelby Molina, Whitewater, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 2h55m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
1-1/2 cups whole milk
2 large eggs
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon salt
2-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2-1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the evaporated milk, milk, eggs, butter and salt. Stir in the cheddar cheese, 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese and macaroni., Transfer to a greased 3-qt. slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 2-1/2 to 3 hours or until center is set, stirring once. Sprinkle with remaining sharp cheddar cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415 calories, Fat 28g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 143mg cholesterol, Sodium 745mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

CREAMY CROCK POT MAC 'N' CHEESE



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I orginially found this recipe in a cooking magazine but changed some ingredients to get the consistency my family loves. Hope yours will too.

Provided by Dee S.

Categories     Pasta Shells

Time 2h

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package shell macaroni
1/2 cup of stick margarine, melted
2 eggs, beaten
2 cups fat-free half-and-half
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed cheddar cheese soup, undiluted
4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (16 ounces)
1 teaspoon dry mustard

Steps:

  • Cook shell macaroni according to package directions; drain.
  • Place cooked shells in a 5-quart greased crock pot; add margarine and stir to cover.
  • In a sauce pan over medium heat,combine soup and 1/2 and 1/2. Stir until smooth. Add eggs and dry mustard and stir until combined. Add cheese and stir until completely melted and smooth.
  • Pour cheese sauce over shells and stir well.
  • Cover and cook on low for 2 1/2 - 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376, Fat 24.1, SaturatedFat 12.9, Cholesterol 94.1, Sodium 630.1, Carbohydrate 21.8, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 3.2, Protein 17.8

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