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Trisha Yearwood’s Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese Recipe

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  • Author: Andria
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

Trisha Yearwood’s Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese is a creamy, comforting dish made with a rich blend of evaporated milk, whole milk, butter, and sharp Cheddar cheese. This recipe uses a slow cooker to gently melt the cheese and tenderly cook the macaroni, delivering a smooth and cheesy pasta perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday sides.

Ingredients

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Macaroni

  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni, partially cooked (half the time recommended on the box)

Dairy and Eggs

  • 1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk
  • 1 ½ cups whole milk
  • ¼ cup butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 2 (10-ounce) bricks sharp Cheddar cheese, about 5 cups, grated

Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Dash of pepper
  • Dash of paprika (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Beat the Eggs: In a small bowl, beat the eggs until smooth to ensure they incorporate evenly into the mixture.
  2. Mix Dairy and Cheese: In a large mixing bowl, combine the evaporated milk, whole milk, beaten eggs, melted butter, salt, pepper, and grated sharp Cheddar cheese, reserving about ½ cup of cheese for the topping.
  3. Partially Cook Macaroni: Cook the elbow macaroni in salted water for about half the recommended cooking time as per the package instructions, then drain well to prevent overcooking in the slow cooker.
  4. Combine Pasta and Cheese Mixture: Add the partially cooked macaroni to the slow cooker and pour the cheese mixture over it. Gently fold everything together to combine thoroughly without breaking the pasta.
  5. Add Topping: Sprinkle the reserved cheese and a dash of paprika evenly over the top of the macaroni and cheese mixture in the slow cooker.
  6. Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low heat for about 50 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and the macaroni is creamy and tender.
  7. Serve: Once done, serve the mac and cheese hot and enjoy this hearty, cheesy comfort food.

Notes

  • Partially cooking the macaroni prevents it from becoming mushy during slow cooking.
  • Use sharp Cheddar cheese for a tangy and rich flavor.
  • Gently folding the mixture helps maintain pasta integrity and even cheese distribution.
  • You can customize the dish by adding extras like cooked bacon or breadcrumbs on top before slow cooking.
  • Ensure slow cooker is set to low to melt cheese gently without curdling eggs.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: slow cooker mac and cheese, Trisha Yearwood mac and cheese, creamy mac and cheese, easy slow cooker recipe, comfort food

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