CREAMY INSTANT POT® BACON MACARONI AND CHEESE

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Macaroni and cheese is so easy to cook in the pressure cooker that you won't want to make the boxed stuff again! This creamy recipe is a delicious basic pressure cooker mac and cheese with bacon. Feel free to use it as a starting point for a customized mac and cheese using different cheeses and add-ins.

Provided by fabeveryday

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups water
1 (16 ounce) package dry elbow macaroni
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¾ cup milk
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Gouda cheese
½ cup crumbled cooked bacon

Steps:

  • Combine water, macaroni, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®); stir until well combined. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 6 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
  • Stir in milk, Cheddar, and Gouda gradually, alternating between a little of the milk and a handful of cheese at a time. Stir until the cheeses are melted. Stir in crumbled bacon and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.5 calories, Carbohydrate 44 g, Cholesterol 61 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 10.6 g, Sodium 719.9 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

Gleemcomscollection
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I had trouble getting the macaroni and cheese to cook evenly in the Instant Pot. The bottom was overcooked while the top was still undercooked.


Ansi Raza
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This recipe was a bit too cheesy for my taste, but I'm sure it would be great for people who love cheese.


Jim Pugh
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This is my go-to macaroni and cheese recipe. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Sardar saad Ramzan
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Hamid King
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This was a great recipe! The macaroni and cheese was creamy and flavorful, and the bacon added a nice touch. I would definitely make this again.


Saira Jamal
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So easy and delicious! I will definitely be making this again.


Nihal 12
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This recipe is a keeper! The bacon and cheese sauce were so flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Kasozi Hassan
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I was skeptical about making macaroni and cheese in the Instant Pot, but I'm so glad I tried it. The pasta came out perfectly cooked, and the cheese sauce was creamy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again!


Simbarashe Chindima
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This was the easiest macaroni and cheese I've ever made. The Instant Pot did all the work, and the results were delicious. The pasta was cooked perfectly, and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Joan Aka
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I'm not a huge fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. The bacon and cheese sauce were so flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again!


wajid zada
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The bacon added a delicious smoky flavor to the macaroni and cheese, and the creamy sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.