30/08/2026
ππ₯© Slow Cooker Hamburger Mac & Cheese β a hearty, cheesy, family-friendly comfort meal made with ground beef and elbow macaroni. Easy, filling, and perfect for a busy weeknight! π
π Ingredients
* 1Β½ lbs (680 g) ground beef
* 2 cups (200 g) elbow macaroni, uncooked
* 1 can (14.5 oz / 411 g) diced tomatoes, drained
* 1 can (10.5 oz / 298 g) condensed cheddar cheese soup
* 2 cups (480 ml) beef broth
* 1 cup (240 ml) milk
* 2 cups (200 g) shredded cheddar cheese
* 1 small onion, finely chopped
* 2 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 tsp Italian seasoning
* Β½ tsp paprika
* Β½ tsp black pepper
* Β½ tsp salt
π©βπ³ Instructions
1. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
2. Add the beef and chopped onion to the slow cooker.
3. Add the garlic, diced tomatoes, cheddar cheese soup, beef broth, milk, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
4. Cover and cook on LOW for 3β4 hours.
5. Stir in the uncooked elbow macaroni during the final 30β40 minutes of cooking.
6. Stir occasionally so the pasta cooks evenly and doesnβt stick together.
7. Once the macaroni is tender, stir in the shredded cheddar cheese.
8. Cover for another 5β10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and creamy. π§
9. Serve hot and enjoy!
π½οΈ Servings: 6β8
β±οΈ Prep: 15 minutes
π’ Cook: 3β4 hours
π§ Final pasta cooking: 30β40 minutes
π‘ Tip: Donβt add the macaroni at the beginningβit can become overly soft. Add it near the end for the best texture.