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How to Make Instant Pot Boxed Mac N Cheese

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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 4 minutes
Total Time: 9 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings

Description

Are you craving a quick and delicious comfort food fix? Look no further than How to Make Instant Pot Boxed Mac N Cheese! This simple and convenient method will have your favorite cheesy pasta dish ready to enjoy in no time.

Ingredients 

  • 7.25 ounces macaroni and cheese
  • 1 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions

  • Prepare the Ingredients: Open the box of Kraft Mac and Cheese and take out the pasta and cheese powder. You'll also need water, butter, and milk.
  • Add Pasta and Water: Place the macaroni pasta into the Instant Pot. Add enough water to fully submerge the pasta, usually about 2 cups for a standard box.
  • Cook on High Pressure: Seal the Instant Pot and set it to cook on High Pressure for half of the pasta's recommended cooking time. If the box suggests 7-8 minutes, set the Instant Pot for 3-4 minutes.
  • Quick Release Pressure: Once the cooking time is up, perform a quick pressure release by carefully turning the steam release valve. Be cautious of the hot steam.
  • Drain Pasta: Open the Instant Pot and use a colander to drain the pasta.
  • Make the Cheese Sauce: Return the pasta to the Instant Pot and add the butter, milk, and cheese powder. Stir until everything is well combined and the cheese sauce is smooth and creamy.
  • Serve and Enjoy: Your Instant Pot Boxed Mac and Cheese is ready to be served! Enjoy your quick and cheesy comfort food.

Equipment

  • Instant Pot Pressure Cooker, or Ninja Foodi Pressure Cooker
  • Cooking Spray, optional

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 231kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 449mgPotassium: 126mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 98mgIron: 1mg