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Easy Instant Pot Mac and Cheese

An easy and cheesy Instant Pot Mac and Cheese recipe made with ingredients you'll already have in the house!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time6 minutes
Additional Time10 minutes
Total Time21 minutes
Course: Instant Pot
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 264kcal
Author: Samantha Erb

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter cut into 4 chunks
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese freshly shredded
  • 1/2 cup whole milk

Instructions

  • Add the elbow pasta, butter, salt, and water in the Instant Pot. Do not stir the pasta, but gently use a spoon to make sure all pasta is covered with water. Dry pasta will not cook.
  • Cook on high pressure for 4 minutes, then carefully use the quick release.
  • Change to "saute mode" and add in the shredded cheddar cheese and milk.
  • Stir to combine until fully melted then remove from heat and enjoy!

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Notes

  • If releasing the pressure causes splatter, stop the release and try again in 10-15 seconds
  • To reheat, add a dab of butter on top then microwave in 30 second increments until warmed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 264kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 329mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g