Crock Pot Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese
A totally upgraded mac and cheese with smoked gouda and cheddar. It's smoky, creamy, and delicious AND it's super easy to make in your slow cooker!
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 16 ounces dry elbow macaroni
- ½ cup onion (diced)
- 3½ cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 (12-ounce cans) evaporated milk
- 8 ounces processed cheese (slices or a block cut into cubes)
- 8 ounces smoked gouda (shredded)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- salt and pepper to taste
- optional: fresh chives or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe dish, stir pasta, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and onion together. Microwave for 4 to 6 minutes on 30% power, stirring frequently. Cook until at least half the pasta is blistered and turning golden brown.
- Add broth, evaporated milk, processed American cheese, and macaroni to the pot. Cover and cook on high 2 to 3 hours, or until pasta is just tender.
- Add gouda, sour cream, butter, smoked paprika, and dry mustard to the crock pot and stir to combine. Continue cooking and periodically stirring until the cheese is melted.
- To make it creamier, stir in more broth, sour cream, butter, or milk. Adust salt and pepper to taste. Serve and enjoy!
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Notes
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CROCKPOT COOKING TIP: Every slow cooker heats a little differently, so cooking times can vary. Once you know how your crock pot runs (hotter or cooler), you can adjust as needed. For meats and proteins, always use a thermometer to check doneness—the internal temperature is the most accurate way to know when it’s ready.
VARIATIONS: Swap out the smoked gouda for another favorite cheese to vary the taste. Try sharp cheddar, pepper jack, or mozzarella. Add cooked and crumbled bacon. Add cooked crumbled bacon or ham cubes.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Crumble Ritz crackers over the top for a crunchy topping. Garnish with fresh parsley or chives, and additional cheese.
Nutrition
Calories: 575kcalCarbohydrates: 57gProtein: 28gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 87mgSodium: 842mgPotassium: 560mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 791IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 753mgIron: 1mg
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