Slow Cooker Macaroni and Cheese with Broccoli

Vegetarian
Health score
16%
Slow Cooker Macaroni and Cheese with Broccoli
250 min.
10
518kcal

Suggestions

Looking for a creamy, comforting dish that's sure to please a crowd? Look no further than this Slow Cooker Macaroni and Cheese with Broccoli! This vegetarian recipe is not only incredibly delicious, but it's also incredibly easy to make. With a focus on simple ingredients and minimal prep work, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend meal.

Packed with tender elbow macaroni, rich and gooey Cheddar cheese, and nutritious broccoli, this mac and cheese is a balanced meal in itself. The slow cooker does all the work, allowing the flavors to meld together perfectly and the pasta to cook to a delightful tenderness. At only 518 calories per serving, it's a guilt-free indulgence that you can enjoy as a side dish, lunch, main course, or even a comforting dinner.

With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbs, this recipe is a versatile choice for any diet. Whether you're a cooking enthusiast, a busy parent, or just someone who loves a good comfort meal, this Slow Cooker Macaroni and Cheese with Broccoli is sure to become a staple in your recipe collection. So grab your slow cooker, and let's get cooking!

Ingredients

  • 14 ounce broccoli frozen thawed chopped
  • 16 ounce elbow macaroni uncooked
  • 24 fluid ounce evaporated milk canned
  • 10 servings pepper black to taste
  • cups milk 
  • cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Spray the inside of slow cooker with cooking spray.
  2. Stir uncooked macaroni and vegetable oil together in the slow cooker until pasta is coated.
  3. Stir Cheddar cheese, evaporated milk, milk, broccoli, salt, and black pepper with macaroni until fully combined.
  4. Cover the cooker and cook on Low until macaroni is tender and the sauce is bubbling, 2 1/2 to 3 hours, stirring often to reduce sticking.

Nutrition Facts

Calories518kcal
Protein19.1%
Fat43.78%
Carbs37.12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.9
Glycemic Load
2.12
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
22.438695617344%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.32mg
Kaempferol
3.11mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
1.29mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:518.19kcal
25.91%
Fat:25.27g
38.88%
Saturated Fat:13.68g
85.49%
Carbohydrates:48.22g
16.07%
Net Carbohydrates:45.71g
16.62%
Sugar:12.68g
14.09%
Cholesterol:74.56mg
24.85%
Sodium:414.49mg
18.02%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:24.81g
49.62%
Selenium:45.48µg
64.97%
Calcium:623.45mg
62.34%
Phosphorus:537.09mg
53.71%
Vitamin C:36.75mg
44.55%
Vitamin K:44.92µg
42.78%
Vitamin B2:0.6mg
35.2%
Manganese:0.52mg
26.19%
Zinc:3.31mg
22.06%
Vitamin A:988.91IU
19.78%
Magnesium:70.57mg
17.64%
Potassium:587.54mg
16.79%
Vitamin B12:0.99µg
16.47%
Vitamin B5:1.34mg
13.37%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.27%
Folate:48.36µg
12.09%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.44%
Fiber:2.51g
10.03%
Copper:0.18mg
8.94%
Vitamin D:1.15µg
7.65%
Vitamin E:0.96mg
6.41%
Vitamin B3:1.26mg
6.32%
Iron:1.1mg
6.09%
Source:Allrecipes