Description
This Bobby Flay Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese recipe delivers a creamy, cheesy comfort food classic made effortlessly in your slow cooker. The combination of sharp Cheddar cheese, evaporated milk, and whole milk blends perfectly with tender elbow macaroni for a rich and satisfying dish that’s perfect for dinner or a hearty side.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni, cooked al dente
Cheese
- 5 cups sharp Cheddar cheese, grated and divided
Dairy & Eggs
- One 12-ounce can evaporated milk
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 large eggs, beaten
Seasonings
- 1 tsp salt
- Dash of pepper
- Dash of paprika
Instructions
- Prepare Slow Cooker: Spray a 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Combine Ingredients: In the slow cooker, add the cooked elbow macaroni, evaporated milk, whole milk, melted butter, salt, pepper, beaten eggs, and 4 1/2 cups of the grated sharp Cheddar cheese. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
- Add Topping: Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of grated Cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the mixture, then dust with a dash of paprika for color and extra flavor.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook the mac and cheese mixture on LOW heat for 3 hours and 15 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt and the flavors to meld.
- Finish and Serve: After cooking, turn off the slow cooker, give the mac and cheese a final gentle stir to mix the cheese topping into the dish slightly, then serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- Cooking times may vary slightly depending on the slow cooker model.
- For a creamier texture, stir occasionally halfway through cooking if possible.
- Feel free to use a combination of cheeses like Gruyère or Monterey Jack for added flavor depth.
- To make ahead, assemble the mixture in the slow cooker insert, refrigerate, and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours the next day.
- Use cooking spray generously to prevent sticking and aid in cleanup.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: slow cooker mac and cheese, Bobby Flay mac and cheese, slow cooker cheese pasta, creamy mac and cheese, comfort food recipe
