Instant Pot Mac and Cheese Recipe (VIDEO)

Instant Pot Mac and Cheese Recipe (VIDEO)

from natashaskitchen.com
19 min
8 servings

A creamy and cheesy Instant Pot Mac and Cheese that is ready in less than 20 minutes! Macaroni and cheese in the instant pot is a quick and easy, family-favorite recipe that definitely satisfies a craving for this nostalgic comfort food.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 1 pound elbow macaroni pasta
  • 1 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
  • 1 tsp ground mustard
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 12 oz can evaporated milk
  • 2 cups shredded mild cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (or Mozzarella)
  • Freshly cracked black pepper (optional for garnish)

Directions

  1. 1

    Into a 6-quart instant pot multi-cooker, add 4 cups water, macaroni pasta, salt, mustard, paprika, and garlic powder. Stir to combine.

  2. 2

    Add butter. Cover with the lid* and set the pressure cooker on manual high pressure for 4 minutes.

  3. 3

    After the cooking cycle is complete, follow the manufacturers guide for a quick release and wait until all of the pressure is released.** Turn off the instant pot.

  4. 4

    Stir in the evaporated milk right away.

  5. 5

    Add the cheese one cup at a time, stirring with each addition. Once the cheese is completely melted, season to taste and serve right away garnished with freshly cracked black pepper if desired. If a looser cheese sauce is preferred, stir in some hot water.