Living Dayton: Slow Cooker Macaroni and Cheese

It’s National Slow Cooker month, and I’ve been asked to feature a great recipe on Living Dayton that’s fast and nutritious for you and your family!

I really love a good Macaroni and Cheese, and sometimes it’s just hard thinking outside of the box (no pun intended) in making a healthier version of a family classic. Well, look no further!

This Mac and Cheese uses whole grains, skim milk, and my secret weapon: Minerva Dairy Butter. I love using this butter in my cooking because it has a higher healthy fat content (84% to be exact), it’s GMO free, and all of their cows are pasture raised. It really makes a difference in how creamy this recipe turns out!

Now, I’m not saying that this is the healthiest meal on the planet, but it’s a great one to have once in a while, especially on those busy days when you are going from one event to the next. It only takes about 3 hours in the slow cooker, so plan accordingly!

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Slow Cooker Macaroni and Cheese (adapted from Minerva Dairy)

Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese

Ingredients:
Cooking Spray
16 oz. elbow whole grain macaroni, cooked
12 oz. can evaporated milk
1 ½ cups skim milk
4 Tbsp. melted Minerva Dairy Amish Roll Butter
1 tsp. salt
Dash of pepper
2 large eggs beaten
4 cups of grated sharp cheddar cheese
Dash of paprika

Instructions:
1. In a large 4-quart slow cooker sprayed with cooking spray, mix the macaroni, evaporated milk, butter, salt, pepper, eggs and all but ½ cup of the grated cheese.
2. Sprinkle the reserved cheese over the top of the mixture and then sprinkle with paprika.
3. Cover and cook on low heat for 3 hours and 15 minutes. Turn off the slow cooker, stir the mixture and serve hot.

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