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Crockpot Velveeta Mac and Cheese


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  • Author: Janet Reynolds
  • Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Crockpot Velveeta Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food made easy. This creamy, cheesy slow cooker mac and cheese recipe features Velveeta, cheddar, and perfectly cooked elbow macaroni. Great for potlucks, weeknight dinners, or holiday sides, it’s an effortless crowd-pleaser. Keywords: crockpot mac and cheese, slow cooker mac and cheese, Velveeta mac and cheese, cheesy pasta, comfort food.


Ingredients

2 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)

1 pound Velveeta cheese, cubed

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk

1 ½ cups whole milk

4 tablespoons butter

1 teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

½ teaspoon garlic powder


Instructions

1. Boil elbow macaroni until just shy of al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. In the crockpot, add cubed Velveeta, shredded cheddar, evaporated milk, whole milk, butter, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Stir to combine.

3. Add the drained pasta and mix well.

4. Cover and cook on low for 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes to prevent sticking.

5. Once the cheese is fully melted and sauce is smooth, serve warm and creamy.

Notes

This dish is best served immediately for the creamiest texture.

Add crumbled bacon or chopped jalapeños for extra flavor.

To reheat leftovers, add a splash of milk and warm gently.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Category: Dinner, Side Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg