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4-Minute Instant Pot Macaroni and Cheese

Instant pot macaroni and cheese
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This creamy macaroni and cheese is mixed and cooked in the Instant Pot. It’s the only way you’ll make macaroni and cheese from now on.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound macaroni (or another tubular pasta or shells)
  • 4 cups water
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2 teaspoons mustard powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste)
  • 1 cup evaporated milk, or whole milk if you prefer
  • 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese (sharp cheddar, cheddar blend, or cheddar jack)

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: Combine the macaroni, water, butter, mustard powder, salt, and pepper in the Instant pot and stir. 
    Instant Pot mac and cheese preparation with butter and water.
  2. Pressure Cook: Choose pressure cook, high, and set the timer for 4 minutes. Lock the lid and ensure the vent is set on sealing (some models are automatic).
    Instant Pot lid.
  3. Finish the Dish: When the time is up, release the pressure (quick release) and remove the lid. add the milk and cheese; stir to blend.
    Adding the cheese to the cooked Instant Pot mac and cheese.
  4. Serve and Enjoy: Transfer to a serving bowl and serve immediately, or cover the pot and leave it on the warm setting for up to 45 minutes.
    Instant Pot mac and cheese in bowls.

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