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Quick & Easy Sunday Lunch Plan with Real Flavor Real Fast

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When it comes to serving lunch after church on Sunday, I’m always looking for a delicious meal that will bring our family together over the table. Since we come in the door from service hungry, I’m always in search of an easy to prepare meal ideas.
Smithfield Roasted Garlic and Cracked Black Pepper Tenderloin served with Creamy Crock Pot Macaroni and Cheese is a perfect choice, especially when company joins us for lunch after church.
Easy Sunday Lunch

For this delicious meal, simply prepare the Creamy Crock Pot Macaroni and Cheese the night before, then put the Slow Cooker pot in the refrigerator until morning. Before church, place the dish in the slow cooker, and turn it to low. Next place the Smithfield Roasted Garlic and Cracked Black Pepper Tenderloin in the oven, and set the oven timer according to the package directions. The roast will cook for 33 to 43 minutes per pound at 425 degrees. When you return from church lunch will be on the table before your family has time to change into comfortable clothes!Smithfield® Pork and Creamy Slow Cooker Macaroni and Cheese

With Smithfield® Marinated Fresh Pork, you don’t even need a recipe for the main dish! Just follow the directions on the package for a perfectly flavored tenderloin with real flavor real fast every time. With so many flavors of Smithfield® Marinated Fresh Pork to choose from in tenderloin, loin filets, and roasts, you’ll never run out of easy meal solutions for any day of the week.

Creamy Slow Cooker Macaroni and CheeseCreamy Crock Pot Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients:Creamy Slow Cooker Macaroni and Cheese

  • 16 oz box elbow macaroni
  • 12 oz can evaporated milk
  • 1 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups (8 ozs) colby jack cheese, shredded
  • 2 cups (8 ozs) cheddar cheese, shredded
  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

Prepare slow cooker by spraying with cooking spray.

Cook elbow macaroni to al dente, drain, and place in slow cooker.Creamy Slow Cooker Macaroni and CheeseMix in milk and evaporated milk.

Add eggs and softened butter.Creamy Slow Cooker Macaroni and Cheese

Stir in cheese, reserving 1 cup. Stir well. Add salt and pepper to taste.Creamy Slow Cooker Macaroni and Cheese

Sprinkle the reserved cheese on top.

Cook in slow cooker on low heat for about 4 hours.Creamy Slow Cooker Macaroni and Cheese

This is the kind of macaroni and cheese that keeps company coming back for seconds. It is so creamy and delicious! Paired with Smithfield® Marinated Fresh Pork, it becomes an amazing, yet easy, company meal.  I actually skipped my daughter’s birthday cake and opted for a second helping of dinner instead!Creamy Slow Cooker Macaroni and Cheese

Check out more delicious recipes using Smithfield® Marinated Fresh Pork.

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Creamy Crock Pot Macaroni and Cheese

Creamy Crock Pot Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients

  • 16 oz box elbow macaroni
  • 12 oz can evaporated milk
  • 1 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups (8 ozs) colby jack cheese, shredded
  • 2 cups (8 ozs) cheddar cheese, shredded
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare slow cooker by spraying with cooking spray.
  2. Cook elbow macaroni to al dente, drain, and place in slow cooker.
  3. Mix in milk and evaporated milk.
  4. Add eggs and softened butter.
  5. Stir in cheese, reserving 1 cup. Stir well. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Sprinkle the reserved cheese on top.
  7. Cook in slow cooker on low heat for about 4 hours.

Nutrition Information:

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 1141Total Fat: 80gSaturated Fat: 47gCholesterol: 245mgSodium: 1991mgCarbohydrates: 32gSugar: 23gProtein: 74g

October 5, 2016 · 8 Comments

About Amanda

Amanda is an adventurous mom of six based in southern Virginia. She’s teaching her crew to live life to the fullest whether they are home on the farm or trekking through a new concrete jungle. She's passionate about intentional mothering through life’s joys and challenges, and learning to embrace the gift of each new day together.

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  1. David @ Spiced says

    October 6, 2016 at 11:43 am

    I love creamy mac & cheese, and this sounds like my kind of meal! Easy meals are totally a winner, and I love the idea of serving the mac & cheese with a flavorful pork loin. Thanks for sharing! #client

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  2. Ashley says

    October 6, 2016 at 1:52 pm

    We love mac-n-cheese. I will definitely have to try making this, it is crock-pot season!

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  3. Emily says

    October 6, 2016 at 3:42 pm

    This looks so good! We use our slow cooker all the time.

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  4. Tonya C says

    October 6, 2016 at 4:47 pm

    Yummy! That looks great and my crock pot is my lifesaver! I’ll have to try your mac-n-cheese recipe.

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  5. Nicky says

    October 6, 2016 at 7:04 pm

    That looks delicious. I haven’t made pasta, except for lasagna, in my slow cooker. I love how yours is all ooey gooey cheesy… That’s the way I like it. Cheese with an extra side of cheesy.

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  6. Jennifer says

    October 6, 2016 at 11:30 pm

    Oh yummy. I am always down for a good mac and cheese meal. I didn’t realize there were so many ways to cook it! This looks like a fun one to try!

    Reply
  7. Emily @ Joyful Abode says

    October 7, 2016 at 12:16 am

    You’ve got to love a crock pot for easy meals! I haven’t had macaroni and cheese in a really long time. I bet the kids love this.

    Reply
  8. Kristi says

    October 10, 2016 at 1:06 am

    I’m always on the look out for quick and easy meals. I’m sure your house smelled delicious when you walked in from worship!

    Reply

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