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Instant Pot Velveeta Mac and Cheese Recipe

This Instant Pot Velveeta mac and cheese recipe is a dream come true! Let your pressure cooker create perfectly cooked, creamy pasta that both kids and adults will love. Done in 20 minutes, this side or main dish cooks absolutely perfectly every single time!
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 10
Calories: 397kcal
Author: Megan Porta

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Ingredients

  • 16 oz elbow macaroni
  • 32 oz chicken broth or water
  • 1/4 cup salted butter cut into chunks
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 8 oz velveeta cut into chunks
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup milk

Instructions

  • Add the elbow macaroni, broth and/or water, butter, garlic powder and salt to the pot; mix well.
  • Place the cover on the pot and set timer to 5 minutes on high pressure (pressure cook setting). It will take the IP around 12 minutes to build up pressure before it begins cooking.
  • When cooking is done, do an immediate quick release.
  • Remove cover and stir. Add the Velveeta, cheddar, mozzarella and milk and stir until creamy. Add more milk, if needed, and serve!

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Notes

  • For a touch of spice (if that’s your thing!), add 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper or a few dashes of hot sauce. 
  • For an extra splash of flavor, add 1 teaspoon of seasoned salt! 
  • Just before serving, feel free to sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top for even more cheesiness! 
  • For a touch of sweetness, replace the Mozzarella cheese and regular milk with a 12-ounce can of evaporated milk. 
  • This makes a large batch of macaroni and cheese! It will easily feed 8 hungry people as a main dish or 12 people as a side dish or party food. This is a great dish for potlucks. 
  • Add cooked ham or bacon pieces to add flavor and when serving as a main dish. 
  • Sprinkle with black pepper and salt just before serving.
  • A teaspoon of ground mustard makes a delicious addition to the dish. Add with the garlic powder and salt.
  • If the mixture is too dry after mixing, add a splash of milk and stir until creamy.

Nutrition

Calories: 397kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 56mg | Sodium: 1153mg | Potassium: 296mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 686IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 379mg | Iron: 1mg
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