Description
Instant Pot Southern Macaroni and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food that combines creamy, cheesy goodness with a touch of nostalgia. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. With the Instant Pot, you can whip up this delicious macaroni and cheese in no time, leaving you free to enjoy laughter and good company around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb elbow macaroni
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp mustard powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by measuring them out.
- Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode and melt the butter. Stir in garlic powder until fragrant.
- Add elbow macaroni with enough water to cover by an inch; stir to prevent sticking.
- Seal the lid and pressure cook on high for 4 minutes.
- Carefully perform a quick release of steam once cooking is complete.
- Stir in cream cheese until melted, then add sharp cheddar until smooth.
- Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and mustard powder to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 70mg