Bobby Flay Slow Cooker Mac And Cheese Recipe
Bobby Flay Slow Cooker Mac And Cheese Recipe is rich, creamy and full of cheesy flavor. It is perfect for family dinners and weekend meals.
Ingredients
- 3 cups elbow macaroni
- 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 can evaporated milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs beaten
- Cooking spray
Instructions
Boil the Pasta
- Cook macaroni in salted water until slightly firm. Drain well because pasta will continue cooking inside the slow cooker.
Prepare the Slow Cooker
- Spray the slow cooker lightly with cooking spray. This prevents sticking and makes cleanup much easier after cooking.
Mix the Wet Ingredients
- In a large bowl, mix whole milk, evaporated milk, eggs, butter, mustard powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper carefully.
Add the Cheeses
- Add cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese and cream cheese into the milk mixture. Stir slowly until evenly combined and creamy.
Combine Pasta and Sauce
- Add cooked macaroni into the cheese mixture. Stir carefully so every pasta piece gets covered with creamy cheese sauce.
Pour Into Slow Cooker
- Transfer the macaroni mixture into the prepared slow cooker. Spread evenly using a spoon for smooth and even cooking.
Cook Slowly
- Cover the slow cooker with the lid. Cook on low heat for about two hours until creamy and fully cooked.
Stir Halfway Through
- Open the slow cooker halfway through cooking. Stir gently to prevent pasta sticking together and keep sauce creamy.
Check the Texture
- The mac and cheese should look creamy and thick. Cheese must fully melt and pasta should feel soft.
Serve Warm
- Turn off the slow cooker. Let the dish rest for five minutes before serving warm and fresh.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded cheese for smoother melting.
- Do not overcook the pasta before slow cooking.
- Add cooked bacon for smoky flavor.
- Mix pepper jack cheese for spicy taste.
- Add breadcrumbs on top for crunchy texture.
- Use smoked cheddar for deeper flavor.
- Stir once during cooking for creamy texture.
- Add cooked chicken for extra protein.
- Use gluten-free pasta if needed.
- Add jalapeños for heat and extra flavor.