Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
Ingredients
- 2 cups uncooked
dry elbow macaroni noodles
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 2 teaspoons chicken flavored Better than Bouillon or chicken bouillon powder
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard
yellow or dijon
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese blend
Directions
- 1
To the Instant Pot, add macaroni, water, bouillon, cream, mustard, hot sauce, and salt. Mix to combine completely.
- 2
Lock the lid, turn the knob to sealing, and cook on manual high pressure for 4 minutes with a quick release.
- 3
Open the lid and mix the noodles to break them up.
- 4
Add 1 cup of the shredded cheese and mix constantly. Add additional 1/2 cup cheese if you'd like it cheesier. Add a splash of milk or cream if needed to thin.
- 5
Serve immediately.
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About this Recipe
Craving the ultimate comfort food but short on time? This Instant Pot Mac and Cheese delivers a creamy, velvety smooth sauce in about 10 minutes, making homemade cheesy goodness quick, easy, and less messy. What sets this Instant Pot Mac and Cheese apart is its ingenious one-pot approach, transforming simple ingredients into a dish that's both deeply satisfying and incredibly convenient. You'll achieve that coveted restaurant-quality texture without the constant stirring or multiple pots, making cleanup a breeze. Prepare for a truly indulgent experience: this mac and cheese boasts a rich, luscious sauce that perfectly coats every elbow macaroni noodle. The combination of heavy cream and cheddar cheese blend ensures a deeply savory flavor, while a hint of mustard and hot sauce adds just enough complexity to elevate it beyond ordinary. It's the kind of warm, cheesy hug you look forward to after a long day, all without any fuss. Feel free to experiment with your cheese. While a cheddar cheese blend provides classic flavor, you could try a mix with Gruyère or Fontina for a gourmet twist. If you don't have yellow or Dijon mustard, a tiny pinch of mustard powder can work. For those who love a kick, increase the hot sauce, or for a milder version, omit it entirely. This Instant Pot Mac and Cheese is the perfect answer for a weeknight dinner, a comforting lunch, or a hearty side dish. Its quick preparation makes it ideal for busy evenings when you need a delicious meal on the table fast.