Description
Crockpot Bacon Mac and Cheese is a creamy and delicious comfort food dish that combines the richness of cheese with the savory flavor of bacon, all cooked to perfection in a slow cooker.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb elbow macaroni
- 4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup crumbled cooked bacon
- 4 cups milk
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, milk, butter, cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to the crockpot and stir well to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally, until the cheese is melted and the mixture is creamy.
- Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Crockpot Bacon Mac and Cheese!
Notes
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or hot sauce.
- Feel free to mix in other cheeses for added flavor.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated in the crockpot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-3 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Crockpot, Bacon, Mac and Cheese, Comfort Food, Slow Cooker