Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
Macaroni cooked in milk and stock under pressure, then stirred with cheddar into a creamy sauce. Four servings in 15 minutes.
Build the Meal Around Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
- Steamed broccoli
- Green salad
- Sausages
- Garlic bread
How to Cook Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
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Put the macaroni, water, mustard powder, salt and butter in the pot. Do not stir.
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Lock the pressure cooker lid, set the valve to sealing and pressure cook on high for 4 minutes.
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Release the pressure quickly. Stir, then add the milk and the cheese in handfuls, stirring until melted and creamy.
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Season with the pepper and let it stand for 3 minutes to thicken.
A Few Notes
Measure the liquid exactly.
Add the cheese off the heat, in handfuls.
Loosen with a splash of milk if the sauce tightens.
Grate the cheese yourself for the smoothest sauce.
Leftovers
Keeps in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat with a splash of milk.
Common Questions
How long does Instant Pot Mac and Cheese take to make?
About 15 minutes in total — 5 minutes of preparation and 10 minutes of cooking. The recipe serves 4.
What are the key tips for making Instant Pot Mac and Cheese?
Measure the liquid exactly. Add the cheese off the heat, in handfuls. Loosen with a splash of milk if the sauce tightens. Grate the cheese yourself for the smoothest sauce.
What should I serve with Instant Pot Mac and Cheese?
Steamed broccoli; Green salad; Sausages; Garlic bread.
How should Instant Pot Mac and Cheese be stored?
Keeps in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat with a splash of milk.
Is Instant Pot Mac and Cheese suitable for a special diet?
This recipe is vegetarian and no added sugar. Those labels are checked against the ingredient list, so a dish is only marked when nothing in it contradicts the claim.
How many calories are in Instant Pot Mac and Cheese?
About 591 kcal per serving, with 27 g protein, 60 g carbohydrate and 27 g fat. The figures are calculated from the ingredient list and are an estimate.
Instant Pot Mac and Cheese Nutrition Facts
Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.
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