Crock Pot Macaroni and Cheese
This simple comfort food was a hit at our small group gathering. Kids and adults alike devoured this dish!
This simple comfort food was a hit at our small group gathering. Kids and adults alike devoured this dish!
- Carbohydrate 22.932325 g
- Cholesterol 198.50225 mg
- Fat 51.2936375 g
- Fiber 0.89600001335144 g
- Protein 32.5161125 g
- Saturated Fat 31.793751 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (226g)
- Sodium 908.2515 mg
- Sugar 22.0363249866486 g
- Trans Fat 3.12273000000001 g
- Calories 682 calories
Step-by-step
- Prepare macaroni noodles according to package directions.
- Be sure not to overcook noodles.
- Grease crock pot with non stick cooking spray.
- Mix all ingredients.
- Cook on low for 3 hours.
- This recipe can easily be doubled.
How long can pasta sit in a ceramic insert before it breaks down entirely? Pasta continues absorbing moisture as it heats, which means matching the noodle type to the holding duration matters immensely. Standard elbow macaroni boiled to a strict al dente—stopping roughly two minutes before package directions advise—holds up best under extended gentle heat. If noodles are soft going into the basin, the final texture turns pasty within ninety minutes. Whisking the raw egg thoroughly into the milk before adding dairy prevents random coagulated bits from forming along the rim of the vessel. Sharp cheddar contributes distinct dairy proteins and flavor compounds, whereas processed cheese products like Velveeta contain emulsifying salts that stabilize the fat emulsion, preventing greasiness during long heating cycles. Grating a block of cheese by hand yields superior melting performance compared to pre-shredded bags dusted with cellulose powder. Butter should be fully softened or gently melted before incorporation to distribute evenly through the starch matrix. Cooking on the low setting for three hours ensures uniform thermal transfer without scorching the dairy solids at the perimeter. Leftovers store safely in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days, though reheating requires a splash of milk to restore fluidity.
