easy slow cooker mac and cheese

This is truly easy and delicious.  It's a great way to make creamy mac and cheese for a crowd.  I've even made it with whole wheat pasta, and nobody noticed!

Easy Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese
from Taste of Home September/October 2012

• 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
• 10 3/4 oz can condensed cheddar cheese soup, undiluted
• 1 cup 2% milk
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup butter, cubed
• 1/2 t. onion powder
• 1/4 t. white pepper
• 1/8 t. salt
• 4 oz. shredded cheddar cheese
• 4 oz. shredded fontina cheese
• 4 oz. shredded provolone cheese

Cook macaroni according to package directions for al dente.  Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine soup, milk, sour cream, butter, and seasonings; cook and stir over medium-low heat until blended.  Stir in cheeses until melted.

Drain pasta; transfer to a greased 3-quart slow cooker.  Stir in cheese mixture.  Cook, covered, on low 1-2 hours or until heated through.  Serves 8.