How long do you cook mac and cheese in the Instant Pot?

The actual cook time in the instant pot is about 4 minutes, which is a lot short than tradition mac and cheese cooking methods.

How do you keep mac and cheese creamy?

Sour cream and heavy whipping cream should do the trick and keep your mac and cheese nice and creamy.

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This instant pot mac and cheese with sour cream recipe isn’t the recipe you remember growing up on.

This Mac and Cheese with sour cream is the creamiest cheesiest instant pot mac and cheese you will ever try. You will never try any other way!

My instant pot cooked macaroni is a quick and easy side dish that will complement any main course.

I even prefer this pressure cook mac and cheese over your typical baked macaroni and cheese and many other mac and cheese recipes.

The best part about this instant pot macaroni and cheese is when you use the pressure cooker, the cooking time is cut. And it makes cooking dinner less of a task.

I really enjoy converting instant pot recipes and cooking in my instant pot.

Mac and Cheese with Sour Cream

This instant pot mac and cheese recipe is one of the best you will find, it is an easy recipe for your pressure cooker. WIth as little as 4 ingredients this macaroni and cheese, this creamy recipe will be a staple dish in your home. #easy #instantpot #recipe

Mac n cheese has always been a comfort food. And this instant pot mac and cheese really is no different in that aspect.

The pasta cooks perfectly every time with this homemade mac and cheese.

Just 4 minutes high pressure with a quick release and done. No draining involved with this recipe.

Just add your sour cream, shredded cheeses, and other mix ins and eat.

How does Kraft macaroni and cheese compare to homemade?

Before the instant pot, kraft was the go-to for amazing and quick macaroni and cheese.

But not anymore, this instant pot mac and cheese with sour cream will blow you away, and you can make it your own by adding your favorites like salt and pepper, hot sauce, parsley, and even broccoli.

What can I do to make macaroni and cheese taste better?

Macaroni is great without adding in a bunch of stuff, but let’s talk about this anyway.

Add veggies or your favorite sauce like my Instant Pot Cheesy Salsa Taco Pasta or even some meat the possibilities are endless.

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macaroni and cheese side view topped with parsley

This ranch mac and cheese is amazing!

Go a step further and make this hamburger helper recipe not your traditional mac and cheese but always a family favorite!

I don’t think there is anything that you can do to mess up instant pot mac and cheese short of overcooking it.

You can even take some liberties and use sharp cheddar cheese rather then the blend the recipe calls for. It is all up to you.

Mac and cheese is traditionally a staple in any home, and instant pot mac and cheese is a great way to cut your overall cooking time.

What types of things do you like to add to your mac and cheese?

Instant Pot Mac and Cheese

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 4 minutes

Additional Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 14 minutes

Instant Pot Mac and Cheese with sour cream in just 4 minutes, with 5 basic ingredients! Yes, dreams do come true, and this recipe here instantly justifies purchasing a pressure cooker! You have homemade macaroni and cheese made straight in your Instant Pot faster than a stovetop version.

Ingredients

16 oz dry macaroni noodles
4 cup water
16 ounces colby and monetary jack blend cheese
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tbs butter
salt and pepper for serving

Instructions

Put macaroni, butter, and water into your pressure cooker. The macaroni should be just covered with the water if it doesn't add a little more water.
Lock the lid and set for high pressure and 4 minutes.
At the end of the 4 minutes use the quick pressure release method.

There shouldn't be much water left if it is drain the water, if you let it sit the rest will get soaked up.

Remove the lid and add remaining ingredients and stir till all the cheese is melted.
You can salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

If you want a baked macaroni and cheese, after the last step above. Put everything into a baking dish and cover with more cheese. Bake at 400 till cheese is melted.

Best Instant Pot Mac and Cheese with Sour Cream

Mac and Cheese with Sour Cream

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