Four Cheese Mac and Cheese (Slow Cooker)
Four Cheese Mac and Cheese (Slow Cooker) is the ultimate comfort food, combining the richness of four gooey cheeses with tender elbow macaroni. This creamy dish, infused with a hint of garlic, is perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in. With minimal prep and a slow cooker doing the magic, you’ll enjoy every delicious bite of this cheesy indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Gather all cheeses and pasta.
- Cook elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente (about 8 minutes). Drain well.
- In a large bowl, mix shredded cheeses with garlic powder.
- In another bowl, whisk together heavy cream and milk. Pour over pasta in the slow cooker and add cheese mixture.
- Cover and cook on low for about 3 hours, stirring occasionally until creamy and melted.
- Serve hot with extra cheese on top if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 95mg