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This easy, instant pot mac and cheese is a recipe that the whole family will love.
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5-Ingredient Instant Pot Mac and Cheese

Mac and Cheese is no longer just for kids with this super tasty and healthier version.
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Budget-Friendly, High Protein, Instant Pot, Kid-Friendly, Quick and Easy, Vegetarian
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 396kcal
Author: Chef Nichole

Ingredients

US Customary - Metric
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 pound whole-wheat macaroni noodles
  • 1/2 cup skim milk
  • 3 cups cheddar cheese fat-free, shredded
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard

Instructions

  • Combine the water and macaroni noodles in the Instant Pot. Place the lid on the pot and seal ensure the vent in closed.
  • Set the Instant Pot mode to Manual with High Pressure. Set the Instant Pot timer to 5 minutes. When the time is up, let the steam release naturally, about 10 minutes.
  • Once the steam is released, remove the lid and stir in the remaining ingredients, stir well until cheese is melted. It's ok if there is a little bit of water left in the pot. If there is a large amount of water drain off the excess before adding the remaining ingredients.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5cup | Calories: 396kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 91mg | Sodium: 415mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g |
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 13
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SmartPoints (Freestyle): 13
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 13