Creamy Instant Pot Mac and Cheese

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Creamy Instant Pot Mac and Cheese.

1. Step 1

   To create a deliciously creamy macaroni and cheese in your multi-functional pressure cooker, start by adding water, elbow macaroni, softened butter, dry mustard powder, hot sauce, and salt into the pot.

2. Step 2

   Give everything a good stir to ensure the ingredients are well combined.

3. Step 3

   Next, securely close and lock the lid of your pressure cooker.

4. Step 4

   Set it to high pressure according to the manufacturer's guidelines and adjust the timer to 4 minutes.

5. Step 5

   As the cooker heats up, it will take about 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build, so take a moment to relax and anticipate the cheesy goodness to come.

6. Step 6

   When the timer goes off, carefully release the pressure using the quick-release method as instructed by your pressure cooker’s manual; this should take around 5 minutes.

7. Step 7

   Once the pressure is fully released, unlock and remove the lid, revealing your perfectly cooked macaroni.

8. Step 8

   Give the mixture a good stir to blend everything together, and keep the pot on the Warm setting.

9. Step 9

   Now comes the fun part! Gradually add in the cubed American cheese, processed cheese, and grated Parmesan cheese, stirring gently as they melt into the macaroni, creating a rich and creamy sauce.

10. Step 10

    Finally, pour in the heavy whipping cream, mixing slowly until you achieve your desired sauce thickness.

11. Step 11

    Enjoy your homemade macaroni and cheese, a comforting dish that’s sure to please everyone at the table!.