YES! THE ONIONS CAN BE OPTIONAL IF YOU DON'T WANT TO USE THEM. IF YOU LIKE TO USE VELVEETA IN YOUR MAC AND CHEESE CHECK OUT THIS VIDEO | th-cam.com/video/6O2jj3rekqE/w-d-xo.html. I GOT SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE. SOME OF US LIKE IT AND SOME DON'T SO THIS WAS MY WAY OF BRINGING THAT TO YOU WITH A CROCK POT TWIST. If you're going to cook this in the oven then you'll need to mimic the same cooking process as the crock pot method. Since this recipe is on a LOW setting (and that's 200 degrees by the way) and covered for most of the cooking time then you would do the same thing for the oven method. You can raise the cooking temperature to about 300 degrees COVERED, the cooking time will probably be about an hour or so and vent it (open the cover) at the end just I did in the video.
Both my brother and I made this recipe for two different groups on Christmas. Both groups said it was the best Mac n cheese they've ever had. I'm sure you know...in a black kitchen that's like winning an Oscar! For our family we typically do more sweet than savory with our baked mac so I 86 the onions and added sugar. I also replaced the half and half with condensed milk. Perfection. This was probably the 6th or 7th meal of yours I've made (including the greens last year for Christmas) and I have yet to be disappointed. I tell my whole family about your page. All I need now is the grand diamond seasoning. Haha.
Great video! I like it when the presenter doesn’t babble on about everything in their life! This is concise, to the point, clear, versatile, and a keeper! Bravo!
so happy no velvetta can't stand that stuff, excellent tip about not using pre shredded cheese, never knew why I always had grainy mac and cheese, thank you darling. this looks wonderful
Thank you so much for posting this video… And also including your information down in the description box your website that you have is very accessible for somebody who is blind… And I do appreciate that I have come across other you tubers who do you go to their website and you can't even pay attention to the recipe at all because it's so hard to navigate and very on the accessible so thank you again for making it so easy!
I love seeing crick pot receipes like this, you wouldn't expect to be able to do mac n cheese in a slow cooker, let alone for it to come out looking sooo good.
Hi, Carolyn. That Mac & Cheese looks really beautiful. You are one of the sweetest, nicest, and most creative cook on TH-cam. What do you love about giving to others on Christmas? Have a good day, Carolyn. 💖💖💖
Byron Chandler Thanks Byron! I think I told you last year, I can't remember, I don't celebrate the Holidays in the traditional sense like everyone else but I do give gifts throughout the year. I love to see people's face light up when they get what they want.
I actually dumped all of the shredded cheese into the pot and didn’t save any for the top at the end. Instead, I crushed up a bag of Xtra Cheddar Goldfish crackers and covered the top with that for the last hour. We like the crunchy, baked texture. And it came out great! But thank you for the awesome recipe! It’s terrific!!! 💜
And this is practically the recipe I use anyways when baking it, as I have never used eggs and refuse to use velveeta. But now I know for sure I can make it in a crock pot! Totally doing this!
Oh my Gosh, this dish was fantastic! My husband, as well as myself, just loved it. Very rich and melts in your mouth good. Thank you for uploading the video and sending me the link to print out the recipe. This is a keeper!!!!!!!!!!!
This is the only crock pot mac n cheese I've seen that I would consider making because it's the only one I've seen with no mayo in it. Carolyn you are such a cooking goddess!
its 5:46 am and I saw your video, always wanted to making mac n cheese in a crock pot. Making this today. And bring it to my mom's for tonight's New Year's day dinner. thank you for sharing.
Brielle Dior, I love using my slow cookers also, especially this time of year. Check out "Make Almost Any Recipe Work in a Show Cooker With This Chart." Be sure to read the notes as far as adjusting liquids in recipes. (I always read the notes just as a refresher before I make a recipe.) Here is the link: www.google.com/amp/lifehacker.com/make-almost-any-recipe-work-in-a-slow-cooker-with-this-1593228858/amp Hope this helps. 🤗
Yes you can, that's why I showed you guys that bacon and jalapeno going into the second one. Stir in the precooked chicken and then add the shrimp during the last 10 to 15 minutes of the cooking time.
This recipe is a winner! I didn't even have all the cheeses on hand and it still came out great! I can't wait to try it according to the recipe! I never knew also that ur not suppose to rinse pasta! I feel like I'm in culinary school watching your videos!
This looks awesome. I have an office potluck coming up next week and this will be perfect, thank you so much for even showing what to do if you are taking it somewhere, this is perfect!
I made this recipe and it turned out marvelous! it was so rich and creamy. All my friends loved it and it was a great side dish for a roast lamb ciabatta we also made. :) Thanks Carolyn
My family gets me to cook macaroni and cheese for the holidays and all of our parties and events. I love this recipe I'm going to try it for myself and partner before I share with family
I made this tonight and it turned out great. It is hard to stop eating it. I followed it exactly as stated and I would not change a thing next time. I did cut the recipe in half and it still feeds a lot! This will be one of my holiday side dishes because it does not take up precious oven space on the big day of Thanksgiving or Christmas.
Ok Carolyn, so I did double the recipe and put it in my 8 qt slow cooker. It worked like a charm, but it did need to cook a little longer. Thanks so much for sharing this, and all of your other recipes.
I made this today for a holiday party at work! Everyone seemed to enjoy it, and some commented that it tasted very soulful. Thanks for sharing the recipe:)
Thank God there are NO EGGS! I normally use a cheese sauce, with no real measurements. I am making mac and cheese today and may try your version, with alterations to accommodate my ingredients. Excited to try. LOL I have no problems with my "recipe" but always willing to try something new. I had crockpot mac and cheese last year. A friend made it for a cookout and it was fantastic...don't know if she used your recipe or not. My youngest daughter and oldest granddaughter love my mac and cheese so much I had to share my recipe with them! I live alone so whatever I make I will have to share with them!! Thanks much for sharing!!
Tried this recipe out with my family a little while ago, we put our own twist on it but pretty much followed exactly and it was sooooooo good!!! Thank you so much Carolyn!
I made this for a potluck party on St. Patrick's day and my coworkers loved it. I didn't have to take any leftovers home. I didn't have to fuss over a messy crock pot either thanks to slow cooker liners. ♡ Side notes: I added a little bacon on top of the mac and cheese, had to substitute the all purpose seasoning brand, cooked my pasta in chicken stock following the advice of a different recipe.
Carolyn I am so excited to say I made this dish for Christmas Day. Family members were saying, Who made the Mac & Cheese? I would smile to myself b/c I knew it was good. I threw spinach in it for my raw veggie and it was a hit!! So glad I tried it. Hmmm what shall I try next... Thank you for making this video!! Oh and I almost forgot...when my brother said Mama I thought you made the Mac I knew it was a hit. I got compared to Mama's cooking, LOL! 🏆❤️
I feel like going out and buying a Crock Pot just so I can make this recipe!! It looks so good and soooo cheesy and most importantly so easy! Carolyn strikes again!!!
Football Saturday,perfect day to try this recipe and I did easy cheesy delicious. thank you Carolyn. your my designated Chef. God Bless and keep cooking.
Tried this over the holiday weekend - phenomenal! Everyone raved about how good it was! If I want to cut the recipe in half for smaller gatherings, do I adjust the cook time by half? Don't want to mess up all this goodness!! lol
Thanks for the heads up about the pre grated bagged cheese. I look for recipes I can make when I work my 12hr overnight shifts and planned on using prebagged cheese. This is a huge time saver on something that could have been seen a minor thing to not mention.
Thank you very much for your help on mac and cheese recipe I’ve been looking for a nice simple but yummy recipe that my family would love to get a tray for dinner.👍🏾
Thanks for the tip on not using bagged preshredded cheese the only thing I would add will probably be is it okay to use block smoked cheddar as one of my cheeses that I would grate? that looks amazing and I agree I don't like using eggs in my mac and cheese I don't think it's necessary I'm going to have to try this thanks again for another great Crock-Pot recipe
YES! THE ONIONS CAN BE OPTIONAL IF YOU DON'T WANT TO USE THEM. IF YOU LIKE TO USE VELVEETA IN YOUR MAC AND CHEESE CHECK OUT THIS VIDEO | th-cam.com/video/6O2jj3rekqE/w-d-xo.html. I GOT SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE. SOME OF US LIKE IT AND SOME DON'T SO THIS WAS MY WAY OF BRINGING THAT TO YOU WITH A CROCK POT TWIST.
If you're going to cook this in the oven then you'll need to mimic the same cooking process as the crock pot method. Since this recipe is on a LOW setting (and that's 200 degrees by the way) and covered for most of the cooking time then you would do the same thing for the oven method. You can raise the cooking temperature to about 300 degrees COVERED, the cooking time will probably be about an hour or so and vent it (open the cover) at the end just I did in the video.
Can frozen broccoli be added to this or does it have to be fresh broccoli?
btchnotme I would use fresh broccoli and I would add it at the last hour of the cooking time
I'm making this tonight. Thank you!
My son Thanks You VERY MUCH. He loves his Mac N Cheese. and I usually Bake the Mac N Cheese. So this was so much easier.
How much much milk and half/half
Been coming back to this video evey year since it was posted for Thanksgiving. You're the best!
Both my brother and I made this recipe for two different groups on Christmas. Both groups said it was the best Mac n cheese they've ever had. I'm sure you know...in a black kitchen that's like winning an Oscar! For our family we typically do more sweet than savory with our baked mac so I 86 the onions and added sugar. I also replaced the half and half with condensed milk. Perfection. This was probably the 6th or 7th meal of yours I've made (including the greens last year for Christmas) and I have yet to be disappointed. I tell my whole family about your page. All I need now is the grand diamond seasoning. Haha.
Megan Eleby LOL 😂 you are so right about that, when everyone loves your mac and cheese it is definitely like winning an Oscar . LOL
Megan Eleby for
Sweetened milk or evaporated milk?
Great video! I like it when the presenter doesn’t babble on about everything in their life! This is concise, to the point, clear, versatile, and a keeper! Bravo!
I made this recipe back in 2018-ish for a potluck at work, my coworker became obsessed with it. It was a hit and ever since it's the go to recipe.
so happy no velvetta can't stand that stuff, excellent tip about not using pre shredded cheese, never knew why I always had grainy mac and cheese, thank you darling. this looks wonderful
Yep. That preservative on the cheese is wood pulp and leaves a grainy texture behind in sauces. Thanks so much for watching :)
anye76 I hate velvetta
Rite! I had no idea
Made this for my son’s 2nd birthday party - it was a hit! Everyone loved it & I got so many compliments! Thank you for sharing!
I love anyone who puts cream cheese in their mac n cheese!
Thank you so much for posting this video… And also including your information down in the description box your website that you have is very accessible for somebody who is blind… And I do appreciate that I have come across other you tubers who do you go to their website and you can't even pay attention to the recipe at all because it's so hard to navigate and very on the accessible so thank you again for making it so easy!
Omgosh, I love when I can just throw everything in a pot. This is up my alley. It look so good. Thanks Carolyn.
CAROLYN!!! I've been looking for a crockpot mac and cheese bc that Paula Deen recipe don't work for me... and here you go. Here you go!
D.A. Ragland yeah i didnt like paula deen recipe too
Paul can't cook with her racist self
I have been using this recipe for the last 3yrs. It's the quickest and easiest way to do it and I love it! Thaaaanks!
Girl you got me salivating over here! Great recipe for potluck.
I love seeing crick pot receipes like this, you wouldn't expect to be able to do mac n cheese in a slow cooker, let alone for it to come out looking sooo good.
not only are your recipes amazing but you always give helpful information, love your channel. thanks for sharing !
Girl you saved me time and energy! Thank you as always.
This was the most thoroughly well thought out & presented recipe I've ever watched. Inspired!
Hi, Carolyn. That Mac & Cheese looks really beautiful. You are one of the sweetest, nicest, and most creative cook on TH-cam. What do you love about giving to others on Christmas? Have a good day, Carolyn. 💖💖💖
Byron Chandler Thanks Byron! I think I told you last year, I can't remember, I don't celebrate the Holidays in the traditional sense like everyone else but I do give gifts throughout the year. I love to see people's face light up when they get what they want.
Could we use Havarti since it’s sooo creamy and mild and delicious?
Sure
I’ve made this many times and it’s always a hit!
I actually dumped all of the shredded cheese into the pot and didn’t save any for the top at the end. Instead, I crushed up a bag of Xtra Cheddar Goldfish crackers and covered the top with that for the last hour. We like the crunchy, baked texture. And it came out great! But thank you for the awesome recipe! It’s terrific!!! 💜
Yummy
Mmmm! Can we make this a couple of days ahead of time and put in refrigerator and cook it the day of?😊
And this is practically the recipe I use anyways when baking it, as I have never used eggs and refuse to use velveeta. But now I know for sure I can make it in a crock pot! Totally doing this!
This had been my go to for thanksgiving for the last 3 years !
Thanks Emily💜
Same for me! I love this recipe and can't imagine Thanksgiving without it.
I’m on year 5 now :)
I made this recipe and followed you intructions and oh my goodness it was delicious. Thank you for sharing your recipe with us.
Oh my Gosh, this dish was fantastic! My husband, as well as myself, just loved it. Very rich and melts in your mouth good. Thank you for uploading the video and sending me the link to print out the recipe. This is a keeper!!!!!!!!!!!
I'm so excited - I've been looking for a crockpot variation and this has me so ready for Labor Day festivities!
This is the only crock pot mac n cheese I've seen that I would consider making because it's the only one I've seen with no mayo in it. Carolyn you are such a cooking goddess!
I made this for an impromptu get together. It was an absolute hit.
Now that's a mac 'n cheese! I can't wait to give it a try! Thanks, Carolyn! 👍🏻
This was absolutely delicious! The garlic powder really made it for me
That looks delicious my sister.
Thank you I'm doing this for mother's day
Yes! Now this is mac & cheese! Keep up the great work!
its 5:46 am and I saw your video, always wanted to making mac n cheese in a crock pot. Making this today. And bring it to my mom's for tonight's New Year's day dinner. thank you for sharing.
gladys font ok so put it all together and then pull it in 2-1/2 hours before you guys eat. Best results
Once again, it's after midnight and I'm watching your videos like my stomach doesn't have ears and eyes.
I plan on making your seafood Mac & cheese (maybe just the chicken & shrimp) for Christmas, can I.... do this one in a crockpot too? Lol
Brielle Dior, I love using my slow cookers also, especially this time of year. Check out "Make Almost Any Recipe Work in a Show Cooker With This Chart." Be sure to read the notes as far as adjusting liquids in recipes. (I always read the notes just as a refresher before I make a recipe.) Here is the link: www.google.com/amp/lifehacker.com/make-almost-any-recipe-work-in-a-slow-cooker-with-this-1593228858/amp
Hope this helps. 🤗
Yes you can, that's why I showed you guys that bacon and jalapeno going into the second one. Stir in the precooked chicken and then add the shrimp during the last 10 to 15 minutes of the cooking time.
CookingWithCarolyn Yeah, I saw that. Just wanted the reassurance of the specific meats and times :)
Why is it 5:30am and I up watching you make mac and cheese?
This recipe is a winner! I didn't even have all the cheeses on hand and it still came out great! I can't wait to try it according to the recipe! I never knew also that ur not suppose to rinse pasta! I feel like I'm in culinary school watching your videos!
This looks awesome. I have an office potluck coming up next week and this will be perfect, thank you so much for even showing what to do if you are taking it somewhere, this is perfect!
This can't feed 12 people...give me a good 2 hours with that and it'll be gone😂
YUNG JAY 😂😂😂😂
Dang 😁😁
😂😂😂
YUNG JAY I’ll have that whole pot devoured In An hour tops.
20 minutes and it's gone
The wife and i made this for supper tonight and it is fantastic!
Very filling as well
I had to come back and thank you for this recipe. It was so easy to make and my family devoured it on Christmas day.
I try all ya recipes and i am the cook of the family and my househould. Thanks to you, i perfect my craft all the time. In trying this tomorrow 🤗
I made this recipe and it turned out marvelous! it was so rich and creamy. All my friends loved it and it was a great side dish for a roast lamb ciabatta we also made. :)
Thanks Carolyn
I just made this dish for my family and it was amazing!!! They all loved it. Can't wait to try out more of your recipes
My family gets me to cook macaroni and cheese for the holidays and all of our parties and events. I love this recipe I'm going to try it for myself and partner before I share with family
I made this tonight and it turned out great. It is hard to stop eating it. I followed it exactly as stated and I would not change a thing next time. I did cut the recipe in half and it still feeds a lot!
This will be one of my holiday side dishes because it does not take up precious oven space on the big day of Thanksgiving or Christmas.
Did you use her seasoning mix?
@@shar7508 No i did not. I made this three times already including last thanksgiving. I think the smoked paprika is a real key ingredient.
@@nuvigroovi oh thanks! I’m gonna try it adding a lil bit of sour cream as well😊
FANTASTIC Carolyn!!!!! Thank you so much for this delicious 😋 looking recipe! I can't wait to try it👍😃👍
i've been wanting a receipe withoutusing velvetta and now i have one ! thnaks
thank you i made this and it came out delicious. family enjoyed it and I'm Spanish and they were expecting the usual rice n beans. surprise!!!!
Well alright Gladys! I'm so glad you all enjoyed it. I made 2 pots today too LOL!
This looks good I’m going to give it a shot! Thanks for sharing!!!!
Looks SO good!! Thank you for sharing this...
I made this for christmas and it was slapping. thanks lady
OMG Carolyn this Mac n cheese recipe was a hit for our Christmas dinner. Thanks for sharing!!! Merry Christmas
I made this recipe for my family on New Years and they absolutely loved it!!
I just did it by throwing a bunch of cheese in it after shredding. It looks awesome so far.
omg you have changed my life!!!! looks great
Ok Carolyn, so I did double the recipe and put it in my 8 qt slow cooker. It worked like a charm, but it did need to cook a little longer. Thanks so much for sharing this, and all of your other recipes.
Cool! You only needed the extra time because the recipe was doubled. Mmmm sounds good :)
Girl you had me at no eggs and velveta, this is divine
I used this recipe it's very good! I'm making this tomorrow for my first Mother's day dinner!
Thanks Charmaine🤗
Excellent! Putting this on my holiday menu!
I’ve been making crock pot Mac n cheese for about a year now and prefer it that way and everyone loves it 😋
This mac and cheese to superb and delicious. I will definitely be making this sometime.
Mmmm girl this recipe and Paula Dean’s recipe mixed together lord have mercy that sounds good!!!
I made this Christmas Eve and it was a hit with everyone, so good!! Thank you for sharing this recipe!!
An it be made a lead of time and cooked the day of? Thanks!
Carolyn, you be doing your thing in the Kitchen!! Love Mac and Cheese and that looks so mouth watering!!!
I made this today for a holiday party at work! Everyone seemed to enjoy it, and some commented that it tasted very soulful. Thanks for sharing the recipe:)
Thanks so much for giving it a try :)
Thank God there are NO EGGS! I normally use a cheese sauce, with no real measurements. I am making mac and cheese today and may try your version, with alterations to accommodate my ingredients. Excited to try. LOL I have no problems with my "recipe" but always willing to try something new. I had crockpot mac and cheese last year. A friend made it for a cookout and it was fantastic...don't know if she used your recipe or not. My youngest daughter and oldest granddaughter love my mac and cheese so much I had to share my recipe with them! I live alone so whatever I make I will have to share with them!! Thanks much for sharing!!
Thank you Ms Carolyn, I just wanted to know. I am going to try it. You and your family have a Blessed Christmas and a very prosperous New Year.
You too Dear :)
Yaaaassssss!!!! This recipe came right on time! I'll be making this to take to my cousin's house on Christmas Day! Thank you so much!
Tried this recipe out with my family a little while ago, we put our own twist on it but pretty much followed exactly and it was sooooooo good!!! Thank you so much Carolyn!
Skylar Saul Well alright Saul! I'm glad you gave it a chance👏🏽👏🏽
I made this for a potluck party on St. Patrick's day and my coworkers loved it. I didn't have to take any leftovers home. I didn't have to fuss over a messy crock pot either thanks to slow cooker liners. ♡
Side notes: I added a little bacon on top of the mac and cheese, had to substitute the all purpose seasoning brand, cooked my pasta in chicken stock following the advice of a different recipe.
Love the *cheese* shot at the end! Thanks for sharing.
I'm happy I found this
@CookingWithCarolyn can heavy cream be used in place of the milk or half and half?
Carolyn I am so excited to say I made this dish for Christmas Day. Family members were saying, Who made the Mac & Cheese? I would smile to myself b/c I knew it was good. I threw spinach in it for my raw veggie and it was a hit!! So glad I tried it. Hmmm what shall I try next... Thank you for making this video!! Oh and I almost forgot...when my brother said Mama I thought you made the Mac I knew it was a hit. I got compared to Mama's cooking, LOL! 🏆❤️
Slam Dunk!!!! Thanks so much TJ. I'm glad you tried it. That's what I'm talkin' about LOL!!
Awwww, this made me smile; I love this!! 💞
Great idea with spinach, at what point do u put that in?
I feel like going out and buying a Crock Pot just so I can make this recipe!! It looks so good and soooo cheesy and most importantly so easy! Carolyn strikes again!!!
This looks so good. Shared on FB
Football Saturday,perfect day to try this recipe and I did easy cheesy delicious. thank you Carolyn. your my designated Chef. God Bless and keep cooking.
Thanks so much! Yes it's perfect for game days.
I made this for my family along with your chicken and waffels and they loved it so much !!
HI! going to try this today! The melted butter you use, is it salted or unsalted? Thanks in advanced!
I made this and it was hands down the best Mac and cheese I’ve ever had. Great recipe
Love the recipe. Just discovered your channel. You're so much fun to watch. Thanks
Tried this over the holiday weekend - phenomenal! Everyone raved about how good it was! If I want to cut the recipe in half for smaller gatherings, do I adjust the cook time by half? Don't want to mess up all this goodness!! lol
Thanks for the heads up about the pre grated bagged cheese. I look for recipes I can make when I work my 12hr overnight shifts and planned on using prebagged cheese. This is a huge time saver on something that could have been seen a minor thing to not mention.
Oh my yes you need my Crockpot Playlist 🤗
This was delicious, Carolyn. A real keeper! Thanks.
Thanks Judye!
MMMM... looks so bomb.
your videos are so comforting, the food of course and your welcoming vibes! love it!
Thanks :)
Looks delicious, thank you for sharing.
Ohhhhh my gosh.....I could eat this entire pot!!!
Trying this recipe right now..can’t wait to eat!
This made my mouth water
I made this and it’s super good!!!
two things I've never used in mac n cheese or my family is eggs and Velveeta and it's always the bomb!
Thanks girl! Gonna try it out this weekend!
thank you for making your recipes easy to follow for us beginners!
You're so welcome. I aim for you guys all the time so you won't be intimidated in the kitchen.
Thank you very much for your help on mac and cheese recipe I’ve been looking for a nice simple but yummy recipe that my family would love to get a tray for dinner.👍🏾
This is awesome! Thank you so much.
Can this be made ahead in the refrigerator like a day or two ahead of time or will it dry out? Thanks!😊
I am so making this ASAP!!
Thanks for sharing!!
This is my favourite dish in the whole world! I’ve never seen it made so simple, i will be giving this a go. Thank you for sharing this with us.👍🇬🇧🇺🇸
Thanks for the tip on not using bagged preshredded cheese the only thing I would add will probably be is it okay to use block smoked cheddar as one of my cheeses that I would grate? that looks amazing and I agree I don't like using eggs in my mac and cheese I don't think it's necessary I'm going to have to try this thanks again for another great Crock-Pot recipe