Best 6 Rice Cooker Macaroni And Cheese Recipes

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Are you craving a comforting and delightful meal without spending hours in the kitchen? Look no further than rice cooker macaroni and cheese! This easy-to-make dish is a perfect blend of creamy cheese sauce, tender macaroni noodles, and the convenience of a rice cooker. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can enjoy a delicious and comforting meal that the whole family will love. So, gather your ingredients, grab your rice cooker, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create the ultimate rice cooker macaroni and cheese!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

RICE COOKER MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Make quick and easy macaroni and cheese by using your rice cooker!

Provided by Lynn Walls

Categories     Pasta

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 can (14 ounce) chicken broth
2 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)
3/4 cup milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese ( I like a cheddar/jack blend)

Steps:

  • Place macaroni and broth in rice cooker. Secure lid and set to cook. (On my Zojirushi Rice Cooker I use the quick cook setting.)
  • When rice cooker switches to warm (about 15 minutes) add milk and cheese. Stir.
  • Keep on warm close lid and let sit for about 5 minutes or until cheese is well melted.
  • Serve.

RICE COOKER MAC AND CHEESE



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This rich and creamy Rice Cooker Mac and Cheese cooks up in just a few minutes and requires only a few simple ingredients. It's the perfect fast fix!

Provided by Beth - Budget Bytes

Categories     Dinner     Lunch     Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup uncooked macaroni noodles ($0.17)
1 cup vegetable broth ($0.13)
1/3 cup milk ($0.06)
2 oz. cream cheese ($0.50)
3 oz. medium cheddar, shredded ($0.71)

Steps:

  • Add the macaroni and vegetable broth to the rice cooker. Close the lid and cook on the "steam" setting for 5 minutes. It may take 5-7 minutes to come up to temperature before it begins counting down the 5 minutes of cook time. Stir the pasta twice during cooking, once when the cook time begins to count down, and again when there is about 2 minutes left. Close the lid promptly after stirring each time.
  • While the pasta is cooking, cut the cream cheese into chunks. After 5 minutes of cooking, the pasta should have absorbed all of the broth (if not, cook a few minutes longer). Turn the rice cooker to the "keep warm" setting, and add the milk and cream cheese. Stir until the cream cheese has melted.
  • Finally, add half of the shredded cheddar and stir until it has melted, then repeat with the second half. If the cheese sauce becomes too thick or dry for your liking, simply stir in an extra splash of milk. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving, Calories 511.15 kcal, Carbohydrate 51.05 g, Protein 21.8 g, Fat 24.75 g, Fiber 1.95 g, Sodium 789.05 mg

RICE COOKER MAC AND CHEESE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups elbow macaroni (about 8 ounces)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
One 12-ounce can evaporated milk (about 1 1/4 cups)
3/4 cup shredded Cheddar
3/4 cup cubed processed cheese product, such as Velveeta (about 6 ounces)
1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the macaroni, salt and 2 cups water in a rice cooker. Set the rice cooker on the standard white rice cycle and cook for 30 minutes, or until the cooking cycle is almost complete and most of the water is absorbed.
  • Stir in the milk, Cheddar, processed cheese product, mustard and black pepper. Close the lid, turn the cooker to the warm setting, and let cook, stirring occasionally so the bottom doesn't burn, until the cheese is melted and the milk is well incorporated, about 10 minutes.

RICE COOKER MAC AND CHEESE



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I just got a Wolfgang Puck rice cooker from HSN and it came with a recipe book. I was surprised by the things that can be made besides rice. This is easier than opening a box of Kraft mac and cheese and sooooooooo much better too.

Provided by PA Cindy

Categories     Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni
1 1/2 cups chicken broth or 1 1/2 cups water and a good-quality chicken bouillon cubes
1 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Combine macaroni, broth and cream in Rice Cooker, press cook and stir occasionally.
  • When machine switches to keep warm, add remaining ingredients and stir thoroughly until all cheese is melted.
  • Press Cook again. The Rice Cooker will switch to keep warm after just a few minutes; this is the point where the cheese on the bottom turns that delicious brown. Serve.

MAC AND CHEESE RICE COOKER RECIPE



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I love this recipe. It's super easy and takes no time at all. I simply put all the ingredients in the rice cooker and press start. Below are the 2 simple steps to take. For my fuzzy cooker I simply let it go through the whole rice cycle and the texture and taste is great. Every rice cooker is different. So make sure to have a peak at it again after step 2. I found it on weelicious and tweaked it fit our taste

Provided by saramoufarrige_twin

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups pasta (i used macaroni)
2 cups chicken stock
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon salt
1 heavy whipping cream
2 cups cheese (i used a mix of cheddar and mozzarella )
1/4 cup cheddar cheese, to top off at the end of the cyle
4 ounces of smoked cooked ham (if u like meat in this dish)
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

Steps:

  • 1. Place the first 4 ingredients in the rice cooker and cook for about 12 minutes. That's when the water starts to boil.
  • 2. Open the lid, add the milk/cream mixer, cheese, nutmeg and smoked ham, stir to combine. Close the lid and cook till it switches to the keep warm setting.
  • *Rice cookers heat differently. So make sure to check the mac & cheese in step 2 after about 15-20 minutes once or twice so as to not over cook it.
  • 3. Once rice cooker goes to warm add the 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese and let rest for 5 minutes Turn cooker off.
  • * ideas: You can also add a cup of precooked ham in 2 step if u like. It adds a nice flavor or omit it.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 535.5, Fat 26.3, SaturatedFat 14.4, Cholesterol 81.4, Sodium 1387.8, Carbohydrate 43.9, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 3.3, Protein 29.6

CREAMY RICE COOKER MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Make and share this Creamy Rice Cooker Macaroni and Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Demandy

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups macaroni
1 cup chicken stock or 1 cup water
1 cup heavy cream or 1 cup half-and-half
1 1/2 cups shredded mixed cheeses (mild cheddar, Vermont cheddar, mozzarella, and fontina)
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Place pasta and liquids into rice cooker. Close lid and press cook.
  • When pasta goes to keep warm, add the other ingredients, stir with paddle. Close lid and keep on warm till ready to serve. Stays terrific for hours.
  • If larger serving is desired, go ahead and double or triple recipe...however, when adding the cheese, you may need to add an additional 1/2 cup of liquid if the pasta is not cooked enough, then press cook again.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 472.6, Fat 29.3, SaturatedFat 17.7, Cholesterol 98.6, Sodium 162.3, Carbohydrate 43, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 2.4, Protein 9.6

Tips:

  • Use a good quality rice cooker. This will ensure that your macaroni and cheese is cooked evenly and consistently.
  • Rinse the macaroni before cooking. This will help to remove any excess starch and prevent the macaroni from sticking together.
  • Cook the macaroni according to the package directions. This will ensure that it is cooked to the desired doneness.
  • Use a creamy cheese sauce. This will make your macaroni and cheese rich and flavorful.
  • Add some extras. You can add cooked bacon, ham, or vegetables to your macaroni and cheese for extra flavor and texture.
  • Serve immediately. Macaroni and cheese is best served hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Macaroni and cheese is a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a quick and easy dish to make, and it is perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. With a few simple tips, you can make the perfect macaroni and cheese in your rice cooker. So next time you are looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try.

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