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Instant Pot Macaroni and Cheese

September 11, 2018 by DinnerPlanner

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Instant Pot Macaroni and Cheese

Instant Pot Macaroni and Cheese

What’s not to love about this delicious Instant Pot Macaroni and Cheese that is ready in minutes without a lot of work! Everyone’s favorite comfort food just got a lot easier with this electric pressure cooker version.

If you own an instant pot then you need to try this easy recipe for some of the quickest and best macaroni and cheese.

How to Make the Best Instant Pot Macaroni and Cheese

  • Add 2 cups uncooked macaroni, 2 cups of water and 1/2 tsp. salt to your instant pot – stir.
  • Close the lid and cook on PRESSURE COOK for 4 minutes.
  • Do a quick release and stir in 2 Tbsp. of butter.
  • Whisk 1 Tbsp. of flour with 1 cup of milk.
  • Turn the instant pot to SAUTE and stir in the milk mixture.
  • Add 1 cup of shredded sharp cheddar and 1/2 cup of shredded white cheddar cheese – stir.

 

Instant Pot Macaroni and Cheese

To make a creamy Instant Pot Macaroni and Cheese, we like to use regular shredded cheddar cheese and also a 1/2 cup of white cheddar.  After it’s finished, add additional milk, salt and pepper to make it even a bit creamier!  Happy Mac & Cheesin!!

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Instant Pot Macaroni and Cheese
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Instant Pot Macaroni and Cheese
Prep Time
3 mins
Cook Time
4 mins
Total Time
7 mins
 

Make the best macaroni and cheese using your Instant Pot!

Course: Dinner Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Instant Pot Macaroni and Cheese
Servings: 4
Calories: 332 kcal
Author: DinnerPlanner
Ingredients
  • 2 cups macaroni
  • 2 cups water
  • 1./2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
  • additional salt, pepper and milk if needed
Instructions
  1. Pour macaroni, water and salt into your Instant Pot and give it a stir.

  2. Tighten the lid on the Instant Pot and push the button. Set time for 4 minutes.

  3. While macaroni is cooking, whisk together the milk and flour. Add a little salt & pepper to the mixture.

  4. When time is up, do a QUICK RELEASE.

  5. Carefully remove the lid and stir butter into the cooked macaroni.

  6. Push the SAUTE button and stir in the milk and flour mixture.

  7. Stir for about 1 minute and then stir in the cheeses. Stir again until melted through and creamy.

  8. Add additional milk, salt and pepper if necessary.

Nutrition Facts
Instant Pot Macaroni and Cheese
Amount Per Serving (4 g)
Calories 332 Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Fat 8g12%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Cholesterol 23mg8%
Sodium 586mg25%
Potassium 238mg7%
Carbohydrates 44g15%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 19g38%
Vitamin A 315IU6%
Calcium 308mg31%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.



 

Homemade Mac & Cheese just got a whole lot easier! We love quick and tasty Instant Pot recipes – Drop us a note and let us know your favorite recipe!

What to serve with this Instant Pot Recipe? How about meatloaf!

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