Slow Cooker Spinach And Cauliflower Mac And Cheese

Name: Slow Cooker Spinach And Cauliflower Mac And Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (12 fluid ounce) cans 2% evaporated milk; 2 cups unsalted chicken stock; 1 tablespoon low-sodium Worcestershire sauce; 2 tablespoons brown mustard; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 8 ounces processed cheese food (such as Velveeta(R)), cubed; 4 tablespoons butter, cubed; 8 ounces gluten-free elbow macaroni; 8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese; 1 (12 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach; 1 (12 ounce) package frozen cauliflower

Servings: persons

2 (12 fluid ounce) cans 2% evaporated milk
2 cups unsalted chicken stock
1 tablespoon low-sodium Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons brown mustard
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
8 ounces processed cheese food (such as Velveeta(R)), cubed
4 tablespoons butter, cubed
8 ounces gluten-free elbow macaroni
8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
1 (12 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach
1 (12 ounce) package frozen cauliflower

1
Grease or line the insert of a 6-quart slow cooker. Combine evaporated milk, stock, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika in the slow cooker. Stir in processed cheese food and butter. Add macaroni and mozzarella cheese.
2
Cover slow cooker with the lid and cook on High, stirring every hour, until cheese is melted and macaroni is cooked, 2 to 3 hours.
3
Empty frozen spinach into a microwave-safe bowl and add 2 tablespoons water. Cover and cook in the microwave on high until hot all the way through, 5 to 7 minutes, stirring halfway through. Drain and press moisture from spinach. Add to macaroni and cheese in the slow cooker and stir.
4
Empty frozen cauliflower into a microwave-safe bowl and add 2 tablespoons water. Cover and cook in the microwave on high until hot all the way through, 5 to 7 minutes, stirring halfway through. Chop into smaller pieces if necessary. Add to macaroni and cheese in the slow cooker and stir.
5
Serve immediately or divide into freezer-safe containers for individual servings.

739

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (12 fluid ounce) cans 2% evaporated milk, 2 cups unsalted chicken stock, 1 tablespoon low-sodium Worcestershire sauce, 2 tablespoons brown mustard, and more.

Yes, Slow Cooker Spinach And Cauliflower Mac And Cheese falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!