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5 from 2 votes

Crockpot Velveeta Mac and Cheese

This Crockpot Velveeta Mac and Cheese is truly the epitome of comfort food made easy. So grab your ingredients, plug in that slow cooker, and get ready to enjoy one of the best mac and cheese recipes you've ever tried!
Prep 10 minutes
Cook 3 hours
Total 3 hours 10 minutes
Fat 26
Carbs 53
Protein 25
Yield 8

Ingredients

  • 16 oz. elbow macaroni noodles uncooked
  • 2.5 cups whole milk
  • ½ cup chicken broth any kind of broth works
  • ½ teaspoon salt or more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dry mustard
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 16 oz. Velveeta cheese cubed
  • ½ cup unsalted butter cubed
  • 4 oz. shredded sharp cheddar cheese ~1 cup

Instructions

  • Place the noodles, milk, broth, salt, pepper, mustard, and paprika into a slow cooker. Stir to combine. There should be enough liquid so the noodles are completely covered.
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  • Place the Velveeta in and toss so that some of the cubes are under the liquid. Top with cubes of butter.
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  • Cook for 1.5 hours on low. After 1.5 hours, stir and place the lid back on. Cook for an additional 30 minutes.
    a bowl of macaroni and cheese in a slow cooker.
  • Once the noodles are fully cooked and soft, add the shredded cheddar and stir until melted. Serve immediately.
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Tips & Notes

  • Additional cook time may be needed depending on what slow cooker and noodles are used.
  • If the noodles are still hard at the 2-hour mark, add another 20 minutes and then check for doneness.

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Nutrition Facts

Calories: 545kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 26g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 10g