Slow Cooker Creamy Mac and Cheese (With video)

Slow Cooker Creamy Mac and Cheese (With video)

Crock Pot Mac and Cheese is made with four cheese's and it's so easy to make by adding all of the ingredients to the crock pot. It is so easy it just about cooks itself!

Slow Cooker Creamy Mac and Cheese is one of my favorites way to make Mac and Cheese. This recipe will change entirely the way you make Mac and Cheese.

No more stirring by the stove and ending up with runny Mac and Cheese, no more picking in the oven, this slow cooker version is delicious and easy to make.

Also, for the ultimate creamy Mac and Cheese this recipe uses four different types of cheese! Holy Yum!

I am completely in love with this recipe for Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese. This recipe is a time saver and also makes one of the creamiest Mac and Cheese I have ever tasted.

The best part of it? No crazy ingredients or methods, no pre-boiling the pasta, you add everything to the slow cooker and wait for it to work its magic.

This recipe was adapted from the original slow cooker mac and cheese on this site and from The Simple Kitchen Cookbook. 

Speaking of simple recipes, of course our new cookbook {The Simple Kitchen - available to order now}is packed with delicious, easy recipes. The Simple Kitchen is loaded with more than 75 BRAND NEW recipes and a hand full of family favorites too.

8 chapters with a total of 82 quick and easy recipes that are bursting with flavor!!! Every recipe has a photo that will make your mouth water. It has slow cooker meals, one-pot recipes, quick dinners, simple appetizers, desserts and more!!! And we have included kitchen tips to make dinnertime less stressful.

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Helpful Tips to make Slow Cooker Creamy Mac and Cheese:

• You can use a combo of any cheese you like, or if you only have one type on hand, use just one, just make sure you use same amount of cheese specified in the recipe.
• The key to this mac and cheese is to make sure you remember to stir it a few times, otherwise the pasta may stick to the bottom or sides of the slow cooker and burn.
• You can grate your own cheese, or you can buy grated/shredded cheese to save time.
• If you want to add some protein to the dish, I like stirring in at the end grilled chicken or some cooked sausage.
• You don’t need to pre-cook the pasta for this recipe. You can also use elbow, bow tie or small shells pasta.
• For a spicier kick add some cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
• The cheese sauce will thicken as it cools. If you plan to hold the mac and cheese in the slow cooker on warm, add extra milk as needed to keep the sauce nice and creamy. Also, if you are going to refrigerate it to eat later, add enough milk to the pasta to thin out the sauce before refrigerating. That way when you pull it out, it will scoop easily and the mac and cheese will warm up perfectly in the microwave or on the stove top. We do this every week and portion it out for easy lunches.

What you will need to make Slow Cooker Creamy Mac and Cheese:

• Slow Cooker - a lifesaver when you are looking to have dinner ready with minimum effort.
• Cheese Grater- As much as I love buying shredded cheese because I'm lazy, fresh grated cheese melts down so much better and creates a smoother mac and cheese.

Enjoy!

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Check out more of our favorite mac and cheese recipes:

Jack Daniel's Mac and Cheese
Slow Cooker Triple cheesy Mac and Cheese   
Super Simple Mac and Cheese Italian Style   
Jalapeno Popper Bacon Mac and Cheese   
Beer Bacon Mac and Cheese
20 Minute Cheese Lovers Mac and Cheese with Broccoli 

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Crock Pot Mac and Cheese, Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese

Slow Cooker, Crock Pot, Mac and Cheese

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Yield: SERVES 8Author: Donna Elick

Slow Cooker Creamy Mac and Cheese

Slow Cooker Creamy Mac and Cheese is made with four cheeses and its so easy to make by adding all the ingredients to the crockpot.

prep time: 5 minscook time: 1 hour and 10 minstotal time: 1 hours and 15 mins

Ingredients

• 1 pound cellentani pasta (also known as cavatappi), uncooked
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, sliced into 1-tbsp pieces
• 4 ounces cream cheese, cut into 1-oz pieces
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 4 cups whole milk
• 1 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 cup fresh shredded Gruyere cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• Fresh Italian parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1. Pour the uncooked pasta onto the bottom of your slow cooker. I love my 6-quart for this recipe. Scatter the butter and cream cheese pieces over the pasta. Sprinkle the salt, paprika and mustard over the top and pour the milk and cream into the slow cooker. Stir to combine everything and smooth the pasta into one even layer coated in sauce.
2. Cover and cook on low for 1 to 2 hours, until the pasta is chewy (not quite crunchy, but very al dente). Your cook time will vary if you use a different pasta, so start with 1 hour and adjust from there.
3. Stir once halfway through the cook time and be sure to smooth the pasta into one layer so it is well coated with the sauce.
4. Once the pasta is ready, sprinkle on the cheddar, Gruyere and mozzarella cheeses and stir to combine. The cheese will melt into the sauce to create the most luxurious creamy cheese sauce. Cover the mac and cheese and cook for 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and it comes together.
5. Stir before serving and garnish with fresh parsley.

DONNA’S SIMPLE KITCHEN TIP:

1. The cheese sauce will thicken as it cools. If you plan to hold the mac and cheese in the slow cooker on warm, add extra milk as needed to keep the sauce nice and creamy. Also, if you are going to refrigerate it to eat later, add enough milk to the pasta to thin out the sauce before refrigerating. That way when you pull it out, it will scoop easily and the mac and cheese will warm up perfectly in the microwave or on the stove top. We do this every week and portion it out for easy lunches.

Recipe developed by Donna Elick
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Mac and Cheese with Cream Cheese (Slow Cooker) + Video

Mac and Cheese with Cream Cheese (Slow Cooker) + Video

Mac and cheese with cream cheese is made in a slow cooker with THREE cheeses! Make this recipe for the cheesiest comfort food meal ever!

If macaroni and cheese is one of your favorite recipes, you have got to try my Italian style macaroni and cheese recipe.

With just 7 ingredients and 15 minutes, you can have this fantastic dinner on the table.

Why we make mac and cheese with cream cheese

Adding cream cheese to 3 cheese mac and cheese helps add another layer of flavor to the cheese sauce.

Also, cream cheese acts like a thickener, helping the sauce stick to the ridges of the noodles.

This dish is pure comfort in a bowl, with perfectly tender corkscrew pasta with twists and ridges that capture the luscious pepper Jack and cheddar cheese sauce.

It also has just enough spicy heat to wake up your taste buds.

There are many different add-ins that you can toss into your slow cooker when making this mac and cheese with cream cheese. Try adding any of the following:

• crumbled bacon
• chopped ham
• fresh baby spinach
• green chilis
•  mushrooms

Kitchen tools you’ll need for this recipe:

Slow Cooker - I use my crockpot almost more than any other kitchen appliance, especially during the fall and winter!

It's just so convenient, and let's face it, it makes comfort food taste even better!

Slow Cooker Liners - The liners aren’t necessary, but they make clean up SO much easier!

Box grater - I use this for shredding cheese, but also for shredding vegetables like carrots, for carrot cake, or zucchini for zucchini bread.

Ingredient notes for three cheese mac and cheese

We use cellentani pasta to make slow cooker mac and cheese. If you need a substitute, you can use any type of small pasta that has ridges on it, like penne, ziti, or rigatoni.

What cheeses are best for this recipe?

We love the flavor in this recipe, but when we prepare it for a crowd, it’s nice to swap out the pepper jack cheese for Colby Jack cheese.

It gives the sauce a great flavor but it isn't overly spicy for sensitive palates.

If you want a different taste altogether, there are several different options you can try. Cheeses like Gruyere, smoked gouda, and Fontina will also melt well and add a delicious flavor.

Can I make this slow cooker recipe in an Instant Pot?

We haven't tried making this particular recipe in an Instant Pot, so you would need to experiment and see how it works for you. Or, use the slow cooker setting on your Instant Pot!

For a recipe that definitely works, you can make this Instant Pot Mac and Cheese. It is very rich and creamy, and it can be made in less than 15 minutes using your electric pressure cooker!

Troubleshooting:

Why didn't the cream cheese melt completely?

When making this recipe, be sure you've added the ingredients in the correct amounts. Cream cheese will melt as the other liquids heat up.

To help the cream cheese melt, stir the ingredients well when you add them to your slow cooker. And, you can stir it once or twice when cooking.

Also, keep in mind that the cheese sauce will thicken as it cools. If you plan to keep the macaroni and cheese in the Crock Pot on warm, add extra milk as needed to keep the sauce nice and creamy.

How to store leftovers

You will need to refrigerate any leftovers. If you are going to refrigerate it to eat later, add extra milk to the pasta. This will thin the sauce to prevent it from becoming too thick in the refrigerator.

This way, when you remove it from the fridge, it will scoop easily and the mac and cheese will warm up perfectly in the microwave or on the stovetop.

We do this every week and portion it out for easy lunches.

Other crock pot comfort food recipes to make

The Crock-Pot is such a versatile small kitchen appliance. It's capable of taking ingredients from start to finish while you’re away, and the result is an easy, mouth-watering recipe every time.

Reward yourself after a long day with your favorite comfort foods. Be sure to try Pot Roast in a Crock Pot for a tender, juicy, mouth-watering beef dinner.

Or, if you want a recipe that almost cooks itself, make some Crock Pot French Dip Sandwiches.

With tender beef, atop a toasted sandwich roll, dipped in a delectable, savory sauce that's melt in your mouth delicious.

Crock Pot Sriracha Honey Wings are so tender the meat falls off the bone and melts in your mouth. The caramelized sweet and spicy sauce is truly enough to make your taste buds sing!

Enjoy!

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Video: How to make Mac and Cheese with Cream Cheese (Slow Cooker) 

Be sure to watch our video tutorial so you can see exactly how to make it.

Yield: 8

Author: Donna Elick

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Mac and Cheese with Cream Cheese

This mac and cheese with cream cheese is made in a slow cooker with THREE cheeses! Make this recipe for the cheesiest comfort food meal ever!

Prep time: 5 MinCook time: 2 H & 10 MTotal time: 2 H & 15 M

Ingredients

• 1 pound cellentani pasta (also known as cavatappi), uncooked
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, sliced into 1-tbsp pieces
• 4 ounces cream cheese, cut into 1-oz pieces
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 3 cups whole milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 cup fresh shredded pepper Jack cheese

Instructions

1. Pour the uncooked pasta onto the bottom of your slow cooker. I love my 6-quart for this recipe. Scatter the butter and cream cheese pieces over the pasta. Sprinkle the salt and cayenne pepper over the top and pour the milk and cream into the slow cooker. Stir to combine everything and smooth the pasta into one even layer coated in sauce.
2. Cover and cook on low for 1 to 2 hours, until the pasta is chewy (not quite crunchy, but very al dente). Your cook time will vary if you use a different pasta, so start with 1 hour and adjust from there. Stir once halfway through the cook time and be sure to smooth the pasta into one layer so it is well coated with the sauce. Once the pasta is ready, sprinkle on the cheddar and pepper Jack cheeses and stir to combine. The cheese will melt into the sauce to create the most luxurious creamy cheese sauce. Cover the mac and cheese and cook for 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and it comes together. Stir before serving.

DONNA'S NOTES

1. I love the flavor in this recipe, but when I am preparing it for a crowd I swap the pepperjack cheese with Colby Jack cheese. It gives it a great flavor but it isn't overly spicy for sensitive palates.
2. The cheese sauce will thicken as it cools. If you plan to hold the mac and cheese in the slow cooker on warm, add extra milk as needed to keep the sauce nice and creamy.
3. Also, if you are going to refrigerate it to eat later, add enough milk to the pasta to thin out the sauce before refrigerating. That way when you pull it out, it will scoop easily and the mac and cheese will warm up perfectly in the microwave or on the stove top. We do this every week and portion it out for easy lunches.

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Recipe developed by Donna Elick for
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Originally published October 2017, updated and republished September 2020

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Instant Pot Mac and Cheese + VIDEO

Instant Pot Mac and Cheese + VIDEO

Instant Pot Mac and Cheese is so creamy and can be made in less than 15 minutes using your electric pressure cooker!

Homemade Instant Pot Mac n Cheese is the ultimate comfort food that the whole family will love! It is easy and quick to make and so flavorful and rich.

Cooking the Macaroni in the Instant Pot saves you a few steps, no need to drain the pasta and everything can be made in one pot.

I love to serve it topped with crispy bacon bits or chopped ham and a side salad as a main dish but it also makes the perfect side dish for so many meals. Perfect for busy weeknights or holiday dinners!

Hey friends, it's Julia from Plated Cravings here. I’m happy to be a contributor on TSRI and share some of my favorite recipes with Donna and Chad's lovely readers.

Over on my blog I love to share easy Instant Pot recipes like my family’s favorite Instant Pot Chili that’s so flavorful and delicious but can be whipped up in under 45 minutes. This Mac and Cheese Instant Pot recipe can be made even quicker and is always a big hit whenever I make it.

Cooking the Macaroni in a Pressure Cooker makes them cook faster and using chicken broth instead of water makes this comfort food even more flavorful and creamy. You’ll never want to make Mac and Cheese another way after you tried this easy recipe!

Speaking of simple recipes, of course our new cookbook {The Simple Kitchen - available to order now}is packed with delicious, easy recipes.

The Simple Kitchen is loaded with more than 75 BRAND NEW recipes and a hand full of family favorites too.

8 chapters with a total of 82 quick and easy recipes that are bursting with flavor!!!

Every recipe has a photo that will make your mouth water. It has slow cooker meals, one-pot recipes, quick dinners, simple appetizers, desserts and more!!!

And we have included kitchen tips to make dinnertime less stressful.

We are so excited to share our recipes with you!!! So, don't wait. Go and grab yours today!  The Simple Kitchen <-- click here to order. 

WHERE TO ORDER:

🔥 Amazon   🔥 Barnes & Noble   🔥 Books-a-Million  🔥 IndieBound

Helpful Tips to make Instant Pot Mac and Cheese:

• This recipe works in the 6 quart and 8 quart Instant Pot. If you are using an 8 quart Instant Pot it is possible to double the recipe, no need to adjust the time.
• You can use elbow macaroni or corkscrew macaroni for this recipe.
• If you are using low-sodium chicken broth you might need to adjust the seasoning and add ½ teaspoon of salt to the uncooked noodles.
• If you don’t have chicken broth on hand you can use the same amount of water or vegetable broth instead.
• I recommend to grate the cheese yourself and to not use shredded cheese because the shredded cheese won’t get as creamy and smooth as “normal” cheese.
• To get the best flavor and texture use a combination of cheeses. You can substitute 1 cup of cheddar cheese with mozzarella cheese but don’t use more than one cup otherwise it will be very stringy.
• Instead of cheddar you can use any smooth melting cheese like gouda, gruyere, or Monterey jack for example.
• I prefer to use regular milk instead of evaporated milk in this recipe because I always have regular milk on hand and find that it tastes better.
• If there is extra liquid left after cooking, give it a stir, put the lid back on and let it sit for a few more minutes until the pasta has absorbed all the liquid.
• Depending on how dry or wet the cooked macaroni are use 1/2 cup of milk or more until the desired consistency is reached.
• This creamy dish tastes best fresh because the longer mac and cheese sits, the dryer it will become. Reheating is possible but don’t expect it to taste as creamy and smooth as before.

What you will need to make Instant Pot Mac and Cheese:

• Instant Pot - If you don’t have an Instant Pot you need to buy one! I love mine!!
• Cheese Grater - This grater is my favorite!
• Hot Sauce - I can’t get enough of this hot sauce.

Enjoy!

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Check out more of our favorite mac and cheese recipes: 

Super Simple Mac and Cheese Italian Style 
Jack Daniel's Bacon Mac and Cheese
Slow Cooker Triple Cheesy Mac and Cheese
Lazy Day Mac and Cheese  

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American

Yield: 4Author: Julia Foerster

Instant Pot Mac and Cheese

This Instant Pot Mac and Cheese recipe is so creamy and can be made in less than 15 minutes using your electric pressure cooker!

prep time: 5 minscook time: 5 minstotal time: 10 mins

Ingredients

• 4 cups Chicken Broth
• 16 ounces dry macaroni 
• 2 Tablespoons Butter
• 1/2 teaspoon dried onion powder, optional
• 1/2 teaspoon dried garlic powder, optional
• 1/2 teaspoon dried mustard, or 1 1/2 tsp dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce, optional
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 3 cups grated Cheddar Cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan Cheese
• 1/2 cup milk

Instructions

1. In the inner pot of an Instant Pot, combine chicken broth, macaroni, butter, dried onion powder, dried mustard, hot sauce, and black pepper.
2. Put the lid on the pot and set the valve to the sealing position. Set to pressure cook on high for 5 minutes. 
   After the time is up do a quick release. Have a towel ready because there might be some liquid spraying. If there is extra liquid, put the lid back on and let sit for 2 minutes.
3. Add 1/4 cup of milk, then stir in handfuls of cheese at a time and stir until smooth and melted. Add more milk if needed. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve immediately.

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Loaded Mac and Cheese (Instant Pot)

Loaded Mac and Cheese (Instant Pot)

Loaded mac and cheese made in an Instant Pot pressure cooker is perfect, with creamy cheese sauce! Make this recipe for your comfort food cravings!

 

If you're a fan of mac and cheese, you will definitely want to check out a few of my other recipes.

Shrimp macaroni and cheese is rich and crazy creamy loaded with juicy cajun shrimp and a panko topping.

Or, my lazy mac and cheese is the ultimate comfort food made simple for your busiest night.

Beer bacon mac and cheese goes from plate to prep in just 25 minutes. I can't stop at just one bowl.

Finally, slow cooker mac and cheese is made with 4 types of cheese and easily made in your crockpot.

Loaded mac n cheese ingredients + substitutions

This loaded mac and cheese is a decadent side dish that is full of bacon, jalapenos, and three types of cheese.

You will need cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese to make this Instant Pot mac n cheese recipe.

It has a crunchy topping of panko bread crumbs.

If you don't have all of the ingredients I've listed here, you can still make this loaded mac and cheese recipe.

Instead of bacon, you can substitute cubed ham.

If you want to try a different type of cheese, a few other suggestions that taste good in pressure cooker mac and cheese are Gouda, Monterey Jack, and cream cheese.

And, if you do not have jalapenos, you can add chopped green onions or chives instead. This is also a good substitution for people who don't like food that is spicy.

If you want to make this loaded mac and cheese recipe in the oven, you can do that as well. Take out the 4 cups of water and the uncooked elbow macaroni.

Cook the macaroni on the stove and drain it. And, proceed with the recipe as written. Bake at 350F for 40 to 45 minutes until it's bubbly all around.

 

Tools to make loaded mac and cheese

• Instant Pot - this is the one I use
• Box grater

Recipe tips

Will any type of pasta work for this recipe? 

You can easily substitute shells or another type of pasta for elbow macaroni in this recipe. It requires no other changes to the recipe.

A few popular pasta substitutions in loaded mac and cheese are farfalle (bow ties), rigatoni, and penne.

But, almost any medium-sized macaroni with nooks and crannies for the sauce will work as well.

 

Best cheese to use for mac and cheese 

Almost any type of cheese that melts well will work for mac and cheese.

A few of my favorites are cheddar, Monterey Jack, Gouda, cream cheese, Parmesan, mozzarella, and Gruyere.

Avoid using cheese that is extra sharp. That can result in an oily cheese sauce due to the change in protein as it ages.

Instead, look for a mild or regular sharp cheddar cheese.

When making this recipe, you will get a much better final result if you shred it yourself rather than purchase cheese that is pre-shredded.

Many pre-shredded types of cheese have a powder coating on them that prevents them from sticking together. And, it makes your cheese sauce grainy which doesn't result in a good final product.

How to store leftovers

If you have leftovers, you can easily store loaded mac and cheese to enjoy another night. Just place them in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

They will stay good for 3 to 5 days that way. If you want to store them for a longer period, you can put it in the freezer in a freezer container.

It will be good for up to 6 months if you freeze it.

To reheat your leftovers, thaw the mac and cheese overnight in the refrigerator.

Then, place the leftovers in an oven-safe dish. Add one tablespoon of milk for every cup of leftovers. Stir it up if possible.

Cover the dish with foil and bake it for 20 to 30 minutes at 350F. This recipe is just as good reheated as it was the first time you enjoyed it.

Enjoy!

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Loaded Mac and Cheese (Instant Pot)

Loaded mac and cheese made in an Instant Pot pressure cooker is perfect, with creamy cheese sauce! Make this recipe for your comfort food cravings!

Prep time: 5 Minutes Cook time: 8 Minutes Total time: 30 Minutes  (including 10 minutes to pressurize and 5 minutes to release)

Ingredients

• 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
• 1/4 cup diced uncooked bacon
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 2 jalapeños, diced (reserve a few thin slices for serving)
• 4 cups water
• 1 pound elbow macaroni (uncooked)
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup shredded Parmesan
• 1 teaspoon fresh basil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 3 tablespoons panko crumbs

Instructions

1. Turn instant pot on to SAUTE. Add 1 tablespoon of butter, bacon, diced jalapeños, and garlic. Saute for 4 minutes.
2. Turn off the instant pot.
3. Add 4 cups of water, elbow macaroni, and salt and stir. 
4. Set instant pot to manual pressure and cook on HIGH for 3 minutes. It will take about 10 minutes to pressurize.
5. After completing the quick release, remove the lid of the instant pot. Add 4 tablespoons of butter, whole milk, basil, paprika, and cheese and stir to combine and melt the cheese
6. Mix panko crumbs with remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and sprinkle evenly on top of macaroni. Remove macaroni from the instant pot.
7. Top with jalapeños slices. Enjoy!

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Recipe developed by Donna Elick for
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Originally published August 2020

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Lazy Day Mac and Cheese

Lazy Day Mac and Cheese

3-Ingredient Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food made simple. This Lazy Day recipe is so easy to cook, you will be making it all the time. It is utterly creamy and loaded with ooey gooey cheese. Perfect any night. This one pot meal makes for less dish washing and that my friends makes it a home run.

Ever since I first shared our One-Skillet 20-Minute Mac and Cheese with Broccoli, 2 years ago I have been enjoying this quick and easy method of mac and cheese making more nights than not.

Now don't get me wrong, Super Simple Mac & Cheese Italian Style is still a family favorite. As a matter of fact. I made it the night I was working on this post. I was so inspired by all the mac and cheese recipes.

I have a culinary confession to make. I have been playing with a lot of different variations of mac and cheese this last year and Munchkin says "Mommy, I don't mean to hurt your feelings. But, I don't like your mac and cheese.

Can we have the one in the box?" Ugh!  True confession; I have been battling the box mac and cheese with my 5 year old. It's like a dagger in the heart.

Well, after some playing around I realized she did not like the flavor and texture of the mac and cheese she was associating with 'homemade'. You know the thick and yummy cheese that you think of when it is potluck time.

So, I went back to basics. I stick with familiar cheeses, like mozzarella, Parmesan and cheddar. I also add more milk so the cheese sauce is creamier. SCORE! I got my mac and cheese lover back.

This 3-Ingredient recipe is so easy and creamy. As with any recipe that relies on a few ingredients, make sure those ingredients are the best. For this recipe I picked out my favorite good quality cheese and it really kicks the flavor up a notch!

It's funny but I absolutely love homemade mac and cheese and while we were working on our new cookbook, we developed our new favorite.

Speaking of simple recipes, of course our new cookbook {The Simple Kitchen - available to order now}is packed with delicious, easy recipes.

The Simple Kitchen is loaded with more than 75 BRAND NEW recipes and a hand full of family favorites too.

8 chapters with a total of 82 quick and easy recipes that are bursting with flavor!!!

Every recipe has a photo that will make your mouth water. It has slow cooker meals, one-pot recipes, quick dinners, simple appetizers, desserts and more!!!

And we have included kitchen tips to make dinnertime less stressful.

We are so excited to share our recipes with you!!! So, don't wait. Go and grab yours today!  The Simple Kitchen <-- click here to order. 

WHERE TO ORDER:

🔥 Amazon   🔥 Barnes & Noble   🔥 Books-a-Million  🔥 IndieBound

Helpful Tips to make Lazy Day Mac and Cheese:

• Use full fat milk in this recipe. If you choose to go with a low-fat (2% or skim milk) you will want to cook more slowly and add in a little corn starch.
• Do NOT add salt until the end, adding it too soon will result in a grainy mac and cheese (caused by the milk curdling, which is fine to eat but not as pleasant). For an über rich mac and cheese you can use heavy cream or half and half.
• Feel free to add spices as desired at the end. A sprinkle of parsley goes a long way for added freshness.
• Add your favorite cheeses, I have used sharp cheddar, mild cheddar and extra sharp. I usually use about half sharp and half mild for my perfect flavor. Also note, the pre-shredded cheese you can buy at the store has a corn starch like coating on it that may cause your cheese sauce to be super thick. You can add an extra splash of milk to thin it out a little.

What you will need to make Lazy Day Mac and Cheese:

• Medium Saucepan- 

Enjoy!

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Jack Daniel's Mac and Cheese  
Super Simple Mac & Cheese Italian Style
One Skillet Meal: 20 Minute Cheese Lovers Mac and Cheese with Broccoli 

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Yield: 4Author: Donna Elick

Lazy Day Mac and Cheese

3-Ingredient Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food made simple. This Lazy Day recipe is so easy to cook, you will be making it all the time. It is utterly creamy and loaded with ooey gooey cheese. Perfect any night. This one pot meal makes for less dish washing and that my friends makes it a home run.

prep time: cook time: 15 minstotal time: 15 mins

Ingredients

• 8 ounces dried elbow macaroni
• 24 ounces (3 cups) whole milk
• 8 ounces finely shredded cheddar cheese
• optional, salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan combine milk and pasta. Stir. Bring to a boil slowly over medium heat stirring occasionally. Do not walk away from the stove the milk  Once milk comes to a boil, reduce to simmer until pasta is cooked al dente (cooked but firm to the bite). Sprinkle in cheese and stir until cheese is completely melted. Turn off burner and cover pot while you are cleaning up, about 5-6 minutes to allow sauce to thicken.
2. Add salt and pepper to taste, if desired. (I actually add about 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1 teaspoon fresh ground course black pepper).
3. Serve and enjoy!

DONNA'S NOTES

1. Use full fat milk in this recipe. If you choose to go with a low-fat (2% or skim milk) you will want to cook more slowly and add in a little corn starch.
2. Do NOT add salt until the end, adding it too soon will result in a grainy mac and cheese (caused by the milk curdling, which is fine to eat but not as pleasant). For an über rich mac and cheese you can use heavy cream or half and half.
3. Feel free to add spices as desired at the end. A sprinkle of parsley goes a long way for added freshness.
4. Add your favorite cheeses, I have used sharp cheddar, mild cheddar and extra sharp. I usually use about half sharp and half mild for my perfect flavor. Also note, the pre-shredded cheese you can buy at the store has a corn starch like coating on it that may cause your cheese sauce to be super thick. You can add an extra splash of milk to thin it out a little.

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Originally published 9/13/15
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