Crockpot mac and cheese with Velveeta is cheesy, creamy and delicious. This comfort food goes together quickly and easily, requiring only 6 ingredients and minimal effort. It is a great dish for a holiday meal or for a busy week night.
Cook pasta in boiling water 3 minutes short of being al dente.
16 oz elbow macaroni
Place the cooked macaroni, milk, Velveeta, butter and cheddar cheese into a crockpot. Stir and top with Parmesan cheese.
3 cups milk, 8 oz velveeta, 1/4 cup salted butter, 3 cups cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
Set heat to Low and cook for 2 to 3 hours. Stir occasionally and check for doneness starting at the 2-hour mark.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
This makes a large batch of mac and cheese! It will easily feed 8 hungry people as a main dish or 12 people as a side dish or party food. It is a great dish for pot lucks!
Consider adding 1/2 cup sour cream to add even more creaminess to the dish.
Add cooked ham or bacon bits to add flavor and protein when serving as a main dish.
Sprinkle the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper just before serving!
1 teaspoon of garlic powder would be a great addition to the cheese sauce.
If you add uncooked pasta to the slow cooker without pre-cooking, give the mixture a good stir every 30 minutes or so and keep a close eye out for doneness!
Pre-shredded cheese is easy! For added freshness, consider shredding your own.