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Instant Pot Mac and Cheese Recipe Guide

This Instant Pot Mac and Cheese is a quick and easy recipe that delivers creamy, cheesy comfort food in just 9 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights!
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 4 mins
Total Time 9 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 545 kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Measuring Cups
  • Wooden Spoon

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 16 oz elbow macaroni
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp mustard powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Instructions: 

  • Add macaroni, water, and salt to the Instant Pot.
  • Close the lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 4 minutes.
  • Quick release the pressure and drain any excess water.
  • Stir in butter until melted, then add cheese, milk, garlic powder, mustard powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Stir until cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes:

This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy dinner. You can also customize it by adding cooked bacon, broccoli, or other favorite ingredients.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 545kcalCarbohydrates: 59gProtein: 23gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 72mgSodium: 691mgPotassium: 257mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 728IUCalcium: 515mgIron: 2mg

Keywords:

Keyword Instant Pot, Mac and Cheese, Quick Dinner
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