Okay, so I saw this recipe for Paula Deen’s macaroni and cheese, but it’s made in a slow cooker. I was like, “Seriously? Slow cooker mac and cheese?” I had to try it. I mean, who doesn’t love a good, cheesy mac? And if I can toss it all in a slow cooker and forget about it, even better.
Getting Everything Together
First, I grabbed all the ingredients. You know, the usual suspects: elbow macaroni, a bunch of different cheeses (cheddar, Colby, Monterey Jack – I went all out), milk, evaporated milk, butter, eggs, salt, pepper, and a little dry mustard for a kick. I think I spent like half an hour just shredding all that cheese. My arms got a workout!
Putting It All Together
Next, I cooked the macaroni according to the package directions. I made sure it was al dente because, you know, it’s gonna keep cooking in the slow cooker. While the pasta was doing its thing, I whisked together the eggs, milk, evaporated milk, salt, pepper, and dry mustard in a big bowl. I wanted to make sure everything was nice and combined before adding the cheese.
Once pasta ready, drain it. I added pasta to the slow cooker.
Then came the fun part – dumping in all that glorious cheese! I mixed it all up with the macaroni and the milk mixture, making sure every noodle was coated in cheesy goodness. Then, I dotted the top with some butter because, why not? More butter is always a good idea, right?
The Waiting Game
I set my slow cooker to low and let it do its magic. The recipe said 2-3 hours, but I checked it after about 2 and a half, and it was perfect. The cheese was all melted and gooey, and the top had a nice little crust. It smelled amazing, I tell you.
The Taste Test
- Appearance: Golden and bubbly, with a slightly browned top. Just looking at it made my mouth water.
- Texture: Creamy, cheesy, and oh-so-satisfying. The noodles were cooked perfectly – not too mushy, not too firm.
- Taste: Rich, decadent, and full of cheesy flavor. The dry mustard added a nice little tang that balanced out the richness.
Honestly, this slow cooker mac and cheese was a game-changer. It was so easy to make, and the results were incredible. Definitely a keeper!
My family all loved, I’ll do it again next week.
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