Fresh Food Friday Charlene’s Crockpot Mac & Cheese

My youngest grandson, Elijah, loves macaroni and cheese. If his mother would let him, he would eat it every day for lunch and dinner. A friend gave me an easy recipe for Crock pot Macaroni and Cheese that I serve at family gatherings. It’s delicious and Elijah loves it!

Charlene’s Crockpot Mac & Cheese

8 oz. macaroni (cooked)
1 large can evaporated milk
1 1/2 c. milk
3 eggs, beaten
2 c. shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 c. shredded mild cheddar cheese
1/4 c. melted butter
1 t. salt
1 t. pepper
1 t. paprika

Mix the macaroni, evaporated milk, milk, butter, salt, pepper, eggs and all but 1/2 cup of the grated cheese. Sprinkle the reserved cheese over the top of the mixture and then sprinkle with paprika.
Cook on low three to four hours.

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