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Instant Pot Mac And Cheese
Say goodbye to box mixes and hello to homemade heaven with this Instant Pot Mac and Cheese. This dish is an orchestra of flavors, bringing together sharp cheddar, creamy mozzarella, and subtle hints of garlic and onion, all harmonizing to create the ultimate comfort dish. And the best part? You go from zero to cheesy bliss in just 24 minutes.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
IP Time
15 mins
Total Time
24 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 696 kcal
Course:
Side Dish , Dinner
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 4 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dry mustard
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
Instructions
- Add macaroni, butter, and water to the Instant Pot. Close and lock the lid, and set the valve to sealing position.
- Cook on high pressure for 4 minutes. Once the cooking time is done, do a quick pressure release.
- Drain the excess water and return the macaroni to the Instant Pot.
- Add heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, dry mustard, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
- Add shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese. Stir until the cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
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Notes
- For a spicier kick, consider adding a dash of cayenne pepper or some chopped jalapeños to the cheese mixture.
- Feel free to swap out the cheeses for your favorites, but stick with varieties that melt well.
- If the final dish is too thick for your liking, simply add a splash of milk while stirring to reach your desired consistency.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. To reheat, add a little milk to restore its creamy texture.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
696kcal
(35%)
Carbohydrates
60g
(20%)
Protein
24g
(48%)
Fat
40g
(62%)
Saturated Fat
24g
(120%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
10g
Trans Fat
0.3g
Cholesterol
117mg
(39%)
Sodium
582mg
(24%)
Potassium
263mg
(8%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
1320IU
(26%)
Vitamin C
0.3mg
(0%)
Calcium
412mg
(41%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 696
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 696kcal | 35% |
| Carbohydrates | 60g | 20% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 40g | 62% |
| Saturated Fat | 24g | 120% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 0.3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 117mg | 39% |
| Sodium | 582mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 263mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1320IU | 26% |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 412mg | 41% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.