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

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Ingredients

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.