INSTANT POT MAC AND CHEESE

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YIELD: 8 SERVINGS
 
TOTAL TIME: 25 MINUTES
 
PREP TIME: 10 MINUTES
COOK TIME: 6 MINUTES

INSTANT POT MAC AND CHEESE

Instant pot mac and cheese takes all of the creamy goodness of homemade mac and cheese and turns it into a meal you can have on the table in under 30 minutes!

ingredients 
  • 2 1/2 cups dry macaroni noodles
  • 3 cups water
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon seasoning salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 3 oz . cream cheese (approx. 1/3 cup)
  • 3/4 cup milk, divided
  • 2 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
method

  1. Add dry macaroni noodles, water, onion powder, dry mustard, seasoning salt, pepper and butter to the instant pot.
  2. Set timer for 6 minutes on high pressure.
  3. Release pressure once completed, there will be water in the bottom – do not drain.
  4. Stir in the cream cheese to melt. Add the 1/4 cup milk slowly until blended.
  5. Stir in the cheddar and parmesan cheese. Add the remaining 1/2 cup milk until the desired consistency is reached. You may not need the entire amount of milk.