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Creamy macaroni and cheese with shredded cheese and herbs.

Instant Pot Bacon Macaroni and Cheese

Diana Rattray
The pressure is a great way to make macaroni and cheese quickly, and this Instant Pot bacon version will make you a believer.
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Servings 8 servings
Calories 601
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Course Bacon, Cheese, Instant Pot, Pasta
Cuisine American, Comfort Food
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Other Time18 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 strips bacon, diced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound macaroni
  • 4 cups water
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 3/4 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 pound shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  • Sauté: • Arrange the bacon pieces in the Instant Pot and select the "Sauté" function on the "Low" setting. Cook the bacon, stirring frequently, for 6 to 8 minutes, until crisp. Remove the bacon to paper towels, leaving 1 tablespoon of drippings in the pot. • Add the chopped onion to the drippings in the pot and cook, constantly stirring, until the onion is translucent. Add the garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute. • Cancel the saute function and add the macaroni, water, butter, kosher salt, dry mustard, and black pepper to the pot. 
    Diced onions sautéing in a stainless steel pan.
  • Pressure Cook: • Secure the lid and ensure the steam release valve is set to sealing. Choose high pressure (manual or pressure cook button) and set the timer for 3 or 4 minutes, or about half the time recommended for boiling on the package of macaroni (for al dente 7-minute macaroni and cheese, I set it for 3 minutes and 5 minutes natural release). • When the time is up, let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then perform a quick release following the Instant Pot instructions.
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  • Finish the Dish: • Stir in the evaporated milk and cheddar cheese. Add the bacon and chopped parsley and stir to blend. 
    Creamy macaroni and cheese inside an instant pot.
  • Serve: • Garnish servings with extra chopped parsley, if desired.
    Creamy macaroni and cheese topped with herbs in a turquoise bowl.

Nutrition

Calories: 601kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 25gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 89mgSodium: 1142mgPotassium: 303mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 806IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 487mgIron: 1mg

Disclaimer:

Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.

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