Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
User Reviews
4.9
786 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Additional Time
10 mins
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Total Time
26 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
327 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course, Lunch, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
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This Instant Pot Mac and cheese is full of creamy goodness and makes an easy one-pot meal.
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Ingredients
- 2½ cups elbow macaroni about 10 oz
- 3 cups water
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon seasoned salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 ounces cream cheese approx. ⅓ cup
- ¾ cup milk divided
- 2½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese about 10 oz
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese shredded
Instructions
- In a 6qt Instant Pot, add uncooked elbow noodles, water, butter, dry mustard, onion powder, seasoned salt, and pepper.
- Add the lid and turn to seal. Select MANUAL - HIGH PRESSURE for 6 minutes.
- Once completed, turn or press the valve to release any pressure (quick release). There will be cooking liquid in the Instant Pot - do not drain it.
- Stir in the cream cheese until melted. Add ¼ cup milk slowly until blended.
- Add the cheddar and parmesan cheeses and stir until melted, adding additional milk if needed to reach the desired consistency. You may not need all of the milk.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- This recipe can be made with other types of cheese, ensure you use a bold or sharp cheese for the best flavor.
- Shred the cheese yourself for the best results, pre-shredded cheeses have additives and they don't always melt well.
- Other shapes of pasta can be used, but depending on the shape, cooking time may need to be adjusted slightly.
- You may not use all of the milk; add just a little bit at a time.
- 6 minutes on high should be just right for most brands of pasta, if you use another small shape and find it isn't cooked through, put the lid back on and let it rest for a few minutes.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
327
(16%)
Carbohydrates
26g
(9%)
Protein
14g
(28%)
Fat
17g
(26%)
Saturated Fat
10g
(50%)
Cholesterol
54mg
(18%)
Sodium
375mg
(16%)
Potassium
155mg
(4%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
595IU
(12%)
Calcium
317mg
(32%)
Iron
0.7mg
(4%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 327 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 327 | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 26g | 9% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 54mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 375mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 155mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 595IU | 12% |
| Calcium | 317mg | 32% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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786 reviews
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