Looking for a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful slow cooker macaroni and cheese with broccoli? Look no further! This hearty dish is a perfect comfort food for a cold day or a busy weeknight. With a few simple ingredients and a slow cooker, you can have a delicious meal ready for your family to enjoy.
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SLOW COOKER BROCCOLI MAC AND CHEESE
Miryam's original recipe
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place all the ingredients in the slow cooker, except the broccoli and arrowroot powder, mix through and set the slow cooker on high for 2 hours. Alternatively you can place the slow cooker on low for 4 hours. (I stirred the mixture two times while cooking) Place the broccoli on a food processor and pulse until minced, about 20 seconds. Set aside. Add the broccoli and arrowroot powder in the slow cooker, stir and cook for an additional 20 minutes on high. Serve immediately with some extra gorgonzola cheese. NOTE: I did stir the mac and cheese a couple of times while cooking. I don't know if this is necessary but I wanted all the elbow macaroni to get coated with the milk and cheese. You can also use any other cheese mixture of your choice. Some people have complained that they needed less time to cook the past because theirs become to soft with 2 hours. Watch the pasta and see how it is doing after 1 hour on high and 2 hours on low!!
SLOW COOKER MACARONI AND CHEESE
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Categories main-dish
Time 3h25m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large 4-quart slow cooker sprayed with cooking spray, mix the macaroni, evaporated milk, milk, butter, salt, pepper, eggs and all but 1/2 cup of the grated cheese. Sprinkle the reserved cheese over the top of the mixture and then sprinkle with paprika. Cover and cook on low heat for 3 hours and 15 minutes. Turn off the slow cooker, stir the mixture and serve hot.
SLOW COOKER MAC AND CHEESE
This creamy, comforting meal takes just moments to assemble and is always a big hit. Great for large family gatherings and to take to pot luck dinners. I'm always asked for the recipe!
Provided by Cathy P
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Macaroni and Cheese Recipes
Time 3h25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes. Drain and transfer pasta to slow cooker.
- Add butter to pasta and stir until melted; season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle about 1/2 the Cheddar cheese over pasta and stir.
- Whisk evaporated milk and eggs together in a bowl until smooth; stir into pasta mixture.
- Whisk milk and Cheddar cheese soup together in a bowl until smooth; stir into pasta mixture. Sprinkle remaining cheese over pasta mixture; garnish with paprika.
- Cook on Low for 3 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 431.6 calories, Carbohydrate 33.9 g, Cholesterol 99 mg, Fat 24.7 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 17.8 g, SaturatedFat 14.8 g, Sodium 524.2 mg, Sugar 4.7 g
CHEESY BROCCOLI MACARONI
You'll need just four ingredients to fix this macaroni and cheese that gets extra flavor from broccoli and bacon. "It's a quick and easy dish, and it makes a nice lunch or side dish for supper," assures Dorothy Pritchett of Wills Point, Texas.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook broccoli according to package directions until crisp-tender; drain. Add the cheese; cook and stir over medium-low heat until cheese is melted. , Drain macaroni; transfer to a large bowl. Stir in the cheese mixture. Sprinkle with bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 391 calories, Fat 17g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 762mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein.
SLOW-COOKER MAC AND CHEESE
This classic casserole is a rich and cheesy meatless main dish. I've never met anyone who didn't ask for a second helping. -Bernice Glascoe, Roxboro, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 4h
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain. Place in a 5-qt. slow cooker; add butter. In a large bowl, mix 3 cups cheese, evaporated milk, condensed soup, 2% milk and eggs. Pour over macaroni mixture; stir to combine. Cook, covered, on low for 3-1/2 to 4 hours or until a thermometer reads at least 160°., Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Cook, covered, on low until cheese is melted, 15-20 minutes longer. Sprinkle with paprika.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 502 calories, Fat 28g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 131mg cholesterol, Sodium 638mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein.
BROCCOLI CHEDDAR MAC 'N' CHEESE RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: mac 'n' cheese, broccoli, grated cheddar cheese, pepper
Provided by Julie Klink
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Prepare 1 box of Mac 'N' Cheese according to instructions on box.
- Add cooked broccoli, cheddar cheese, and pepper stir until fully incorporated.
- Top with desired garnish. Serve immediately.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 471 calories, Carbohydrate 67 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 19 grams, Sugar 9 grams
SLOW COOKER MACARONI AND CHEESE WITH VARIATIONS
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Following package directions, cook macaroni in boiling salted water. Drain well and transfer hot macaroni to a large bowl.
- Butter slow cooker crockery insert with about 1 tablespoon of the softened butter.
- Add 4 remaining tablespoons of butter to hot macaroni and toss to coat thoroughly.
- Add evaporated milk, milk or cream, cheese, and bell pepper and onion, if using. Add salt and pepper.
- Cover and cook on high 2 to 3 hours, stirring once or twice. Taste and add more salt, as needed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 691 kcal, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 141 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 27 g, Sodium 1758 mg, Sugar 19 g, Fat 43 g, ServingSize 4 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
MACARONI AND CHEESE WITH BROCCOLI
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Make macaroni and cheese according to package directions. Add broccoli and stir to combine. Transfer to a medium-size casserole dish and bake until heated through, about 10 minutes.
ONE-POT BROCCOLI MAC AND CHEESE
In the time it takes to make boxed macaroni and cheese, you can have a homemade version that's creamy with lots of sharp Cheddar, studded with broccoli and doesn't require making a roux. Instead, the sauce is thickened by the pasta's starch: As the noodles cook in milk, the milk thickens to the consistency of cream and the pasta absorbs the seasonings. Here, that's garlic powder, but you could also use mustard powder, ground cayenne or grated nutmeg like in traditional mac and cheese. The broccoli pieces end up soft and sweet, but if you want more bite, add them halfway through cooking.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories dinner, easy, lunch, weekday, pastas, vegetables, main course, side dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large pot or skillet, combine the macaroni, broccoli, milk, salt and garlic powder. Add 3 cups of water, and stir to combine. (The pasta may not be fully submerged. That's OK!) Bring to an active simmer over medium-high. Reduce the heat to medium to gently simmer. Cook, stirring often to ensure even cooking and to keep things from sticking to the bottom of the pot, until the pasta is tender, and the liquid resembles heavy cream and coats the noodles, 8 to 12 minutes. If the liquid evaporates so much that you don't see any between noodles, add 1/2 cup water. Adjust the heat as needed to maintain a gentle simmer.
- Remove from heat and stir in the Cheddar. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Eat!
BAKED MACARONI AND CHEESE W/ BROCCOLI
Make and share this Baked Macaroni and Cheese W/ Broccoli recipe from Food.com.
Provided by hayleyerin
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375ºF. Coat a shallow 2-quart baking dish with cooking spray.
- Cook pasta in a large pot of lightly salted boiling water according to package directions, adding broccoli to water 3 minutes before pasta will be done; drain pasta and broccoli and return to pot.
- Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; add bread crumbs and cook, stirring often, until light golden, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and transfer crumbs to a small bowl; stir in 1 tablespoon of Parmesan cheese and set aside.
- In same saucepan (wipe clean if necessary), whisk together milk and flour until blended; add onion. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, whisking frequently. Reduce heat to low and simmer until thickened, about 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and whisk in cheddar cheese, mustard, salt, pepper and remaining 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese. Pour over cooked, drained pasta and broccoli; toss to mix and coat.
- Transfer to a baking dish and sprinkle top evenly with bread crumbs. Bake until bubbly at edges, about 20 to 25 minutes. Divide into 8 pieces and serve. Yields 1 piece per serving. (5 WW Points/ serving).
SLOW COOKER MACARONI AND CHEESE WITH BROCCOLI
An easy slow cooker mac and cheese. The best part is no boiling of the pasta. It can be made lower fat too.
Provided by Lindalou
Categories Macaroni and Cheese
Time 4h10m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Spray the inside of slow cooker with cooking spray.
- Stir uncooked macaroni and vegetable oil together in the slow cooker until pasta is coated.
- Stir Cheddar cheese, evaporated milk, milk, broccoli, salt, and black pepper with macaroni until fully combined.
- Cover the cooker and cook on Low until macaroni is tender and the sauce is bubbling, 2 1/2 to 3 hours, stirring often to reduce sticking.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 549.1 calories, Carbohydrate 47.1 g, Cholesterol 85.7 mg, Fat 27.6 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 28.3 g, SaturatedFat 16.4 g, Sodium 465 mg, Sugar 13.1 g
Tips:
- Use a good quality cheese: The type of cheese you use will greatly affect the taste of your macaroni and cheese. Use a sharp cheddar cheese for a bold flavor, or a milder cheese like mozzarella or Gouda for a more subtle flavor.
- Cook the macaroni al dente: Macaroni that is cooked too soft will become mushy in the slow cooker. Cook it al dente, or slightly firm, so that it holds its shape and texture.
- Add some vegetables: Vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, or carrots add a nice pop of color and nutrition to macaroni and cheese. Broccoli is a great choice because it holds its shape well in the slow cooker.
- Season to taste: Don't forget to season your macaroni and cheese with salt and pepper. You can also add other spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika, to taste.
- Top with breadcrumbs or crushed crackers: A topping of breadcrumbs or crushed crackers adds a nice crunchy texture to macaroni and cheese. You can also add some grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
Conclusion:
Slow cooker macaroni and cheese is a delicious and easy meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover macaroni, and it is also a great meal to make ahead of time. With a few simple tips, you can make the perfect slow cooker macaroni and cheese. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try.
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