Instant Pot Mac and Cheese

Instant Pot Mac and Cheese is delightfully cheesy, creamy, and comforting.  Best of all it takes a few minutes to throw it together. We serve it with brats, ham, and roast beef – really just about anything!

When I bought my Instant Pot I was a bit skeptical.  Now it is my treasured baby!  Who knew you actually could cook frozen chicken?  I mean seriously!

Instant Pot Mac and Cheese

I enjoyed playing with the appliance because new kitchen toys are fun.  Then I discovered I could make amazing refried beans in minutes without even soaking the beans.  But when my friend Emilee gave me this recipe – well that is when I fell in love.  Frankly I was not somebody who made homemade mac and cheese that often.  I never had a recipe I loved so I didn’t bother.

Now this version is a family staple.  I usually make it when my mom’s group comes over.  Our kids literally shovel this into their mouths two fistfuls at a time!  (Granted we have toddlers) but still – it is completely hysterical!

I won’t tell you to go buy an Instant Pot but I will say that if you are interested there are usually good sales around Thanksgiving.  I’m keeping my eyes open to pick one up for a gift!

Have a great week guys.  Thanks for stopping by to cook with me!

Tools In This Post:  I have gotten quite attached to my Instant Pot.  It is amazing how easy it makes some things!  Most families will find a 6 quart will work great.  I have the 8 quart because sometimes I cook for large crowds.

Looking for more Instant Pot recipes?  Try these wonderful Instant Pot Refried Beans!

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Instant Pot Mac and Cheese

This Instant Pot Mac & Cheese is delightfully cheesy, creamy, and comforting. Best of all it takes a few minutes to throw it together. We serve it with brats, ham, and roast beef - really just about anything!

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Total Time 20 minutes

Servings 8

Calories 387kcal

Author Mirlandra Neuneker

Ingredients

• 4 cups water
• 1 pound small elbow macaroni
• 3 Tbsp. butter
• 1 tsp. salt
• ½ tsp. coarsely ground black pepper
• 12 oz evaporated milk
• 4 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese

Instructions

• Put water, macaroni, butter, salt and pepper into the IP.
• Use the manual setting to set the pot for 3 minutes on high. Make sure the vent is set to sealing.
• The pot will take about 15 minutes to reach temp and cook the food. When it is done do a quick release.
• Add the evaporated milk and shredded cheese. Stir until melted and serve hot.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Instant Pot Mac and Cheese

Amount Per Serving

Calories 387 Calories from Fat 216

% Daily Value*

Fat 24g37%

Saturated Fat 14g70%

Cholesterol 77mg26%

Sodium 719mg30%

Potassium 176mg5%

Carbohydrates 5g2%

Sugar 5g6%

Protein 16g32%

Vitamin A 609IU12%

Vitamin C 1mg1%

Calcium 485mg49%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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This recipe is from my friend Emilee Fortin.  I have made minor adaptations.