Mac n Cheese

You can't beat homemade. This Instant Pot Mac n Cheese is delicious! It takes only 10 minutes to make and is by far the best Mac n Cheese I have ever had!

Mac n Cheese

Every household loves Mac n Cheese. This Instant Pot recipe is the BEST Mac n Cheese you will ever have! You'll never buy Mac n Cheese in a box again. Homemade always tastes better! Enjoy!
Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Total Time 10 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Canadian
Servings 8 People
Calories 206 kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Measuring Cup
  • Measuring Spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 4 Cups Dry Uncooked Elbow Macaroni
  • 2 Cups Chicken Broth
  • 2 Cups Beer A nice light Ale or Lager -- If you do not want to use beer - replace with an addition 2 cups of chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 1 tsp Hot Pepper Sauce
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp Fresh Ground Pepper or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Salt or to taste
  • 2 Cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 1 Cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1/2 Cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese
  • 1/2 - 1 Cup Whole Milk

Instructions
 

  • Add the uncooked macaroni, chicken broth, Beer, butter, hot sauce, garlic powder, pepper, and salt to the Instant Pot.
  • Place the lid on the pot and set to sealing. Cook on manual function, high pressure for 5 minutes. Then, do a quick release.
  • Add the milk, then the cheese to the pot in 3-4 handfuls, stirring in between each addition until smooth and creamy. Season as necessary to taste.

Notes

NOTES
  • Start with 1/2 cup of milk.  I find whole milk (3%) works best.  If the mix is a little too think, you can add a little more milk as required.
  • Feel free to play with different varieties of cheese.  But take note - not all cheeses melt nicely. 
Plating
Using a ladle, scoop into a bowl.  Garnish with dry parsley for decoration.
Drink Selection
This meal is really geared towards my kids.  Drink selection is Milk!
 
Keyword Instant Pot, Mac n Cheese, Macaroni and Cheese