Slow Cooker Macaroni and Cheese

Macaroni and cheese is a popular dish in many countries and has been enjoyed for centuries. It is believed to have originated in Italy, where it was made with macaroni pasta and Parmesan cheese.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 205 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Slow Cooker Macaroni and Cheese

Cooking Method: Slow cooking Cuisine: American Courses: Comfort Food, Dinner, Main Dish Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 180 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 3 hrs 25 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 2700

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 16 ounce Elbow Macaroni
• 2 cup Cheddar Cheese
• 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese
• 1.5 cup Evaporated Milk
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour
• 1 teaspoon Mustard Powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour, mustard powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
3. Gradually whisk in the evaporated milk until smooth. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens.
4. Add the cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
5. In a slow cooker, combine the cooked macaroni and cheese sauce. Stir well to coat the macaroni.
6. Cover and cook on low heat for 3 hours.
7. Stir the macaroni and cheese before serving. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
8. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 22g34%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 5g

Protein 17g34%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.