Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Crockpot Mac and Cheese Recipe featuring three delightful cheeses and a crispy panko crust. Perfect for family gatherings, game days, or cozy weeknight dinners, this slow cooker creation combines rich flavors and creamy textures into one satisfying dish. With minimal prep time, simply toss the ingredients into your slow cooker and let it do the work for you. The addition of toasted panko breadcrumbs provides a satisfying crunch that elevates this classic macaroni dish to new heights. Gather your loved ones around the table and enjoy this heavenly meal that’s sure to please everyone!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cups whole milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter for topping
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk melted butter and flour until smooth.
- Gradually add whole milk while whisking to avoid lumps, then mix in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour uncooked elbow macaroni into the slow cooker and add the milk mixture.
- Cover and cook on low for 2 hours, stirring gently after 90 minutes.
- Once pasta is tender, stir in shredded cheeses until melted and creamy.
- Toast panko breadcrumbs in a skillet with melted butter until golden brown.
- Sprinkle toasted panko over mac and cheese and switch slow cooker to 'high' for an additional 15 minutes to crisp up the topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg