Paula Deen’s Crockpot Mac and Cheese Recipe
Paula Deen’s Crockpot Mac and Cheese is a creamy, cheesy comfort dish perfect for easy meal prep. Featuring al dente elbow pasta simmered slowly in a rich blend of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, cheese soup, sour cream, and spices, this slow cooker recipe promises a delectably smooth and indulgent mac and cheese with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Pasta
- 2 cups uncooked elbow pasta
Cheese Sauce
- 3 ½ tablespoons butter
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 (10 ¾ oz) can cheddar cheese soup
- 1 ¼ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon mustard powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Cook the 2 cups of uncooked elbow pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside for later use.
- Make the Cheese Sauce: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 3 ½ tablespoons of butter. Add 2 cups shredded cheddar and ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese, stirring until fully melted and smooth.
- Combine Ingredients in the Crockpot: Transfer the melted cheese mixture to the slow cooker. Add ½ cup sour cream, 1 can cheddar cheese soup, and the cooked pasta. Stir to combine. Then add 1 ¼ cup milk, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon mustard powder, and ½ teaspoon paprika, stirring thoroughly.
- Cook in the Crockpot: Set the slow cooker to low and cook the mac and cheese for 2 hours, stirring occasionally to maintain an even, creamy texture.
- Serve and Enjoy: After 2 hours, serve the creamy, cheesy mac and cheese hot straight from the crockpot and enjoy your comforting meal.
Notes
- Don’t overcook the pasta; it should be al dente before slowly cooking in the crockpot.
- Stir occasionally during slow cooking to ensure even cheese distribution and creaminess.
- Adjust consistency by adding more milk during cooking if a creamier texture is desired.
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