Can You Make Mac and Cheese in a Rice Cooker?

[babywings76]

Sorry if this info is already out there...time crunch and I can't find it in my files....

anyone know how to do mac and cheese in the rice cooker? Water and noodles together with amount of water listed on box? How long? Is it faster? Should I just do it on the stove instead? I'll just do it on the stove tonight, I guess, due to the time...but if anyone is on and sees this right away, I'll jump on it. TIA

 

[pamperedharriet]

I'm curious about this too!

 

[babywings76]

My attempt last night was a disaster! I tried putting it according to the micro. directions on the package. Put the lid on the rice cooker and set the time for 6 minutes. It boiled over and was a big mess--even with the lid. I took it out, stirred it and put it back in for a few more minutes, this time without the lid. Took it out and it was a mess and still not done. I should've just done it on the stove.If anyone has ever had success with this, could you share how you do it?

 

[colegrovet]

Macaroni and Cheese
2 cups of chicken broth
2 cups of heavy whipping cream
2 cups of elbow macaroni
Mix these together in the rice cooker, put on the lids and cook for
15 to 20 minutes in the microwave. (time may vary on each microwave)
Take it out and add 2 cups of Kraft 4 blend cheese (Mexican)
Blend well with Small Mix & Scraper.

 

[Staci]

Hi there! Don't worry, I'm happy to help. I've actually never made mac and cheese in a rice cooker before, but after doing some research, it looks like it is possible. You can definitely cook the noodles and water together in the rice cooker, just make sure to add a little extra water (about 1/4 cup) to account for evaporation. As for the cooking time, it will vary depending on your rice cooker, but I would start with about 15 minutes and check the noodles for doneness. It may not necessarily be faster than cooking on the stove, but it is a convenient option if you want to save some time and have one less pot to clean. Let me know if you have any other questions, and happy cooking!