Best 5 Creamy Pressure Cooker Macaroni And Cheese Recipes

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Calling all comfort food enthusiasts! Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the ultimate creamy pressure cooker macaroni and cheese recipe. This dish takes the classic mac and cheese to new heights of richness and flavor, combining tender pasta, a velvety cheese sauce, and a crispy breadcrumb topping. With the magic of a pressure cooker, you'll have a gourmet dish on the table in a fraction of the time it takes to make it the traditional way. So gather your ingredients, don your apron, and let's embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CREAMY PRESSURE COOKER MACARONI AND CHEESE



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This yummy, creamy macaroni and cheese is the perfect comfort food! Super simple to make in a pressure cooker, you will have this on the table in no time.

Provided by Christina

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups water
1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
3 tablespoons butter, softened
2 teaspoons dry mustard powder
1 ½ teaspoons hot sauce (such as Frank's® RedHot®)
1 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
12 ounces American cheese, cubed
1 (6 ounce) package processed cheese (such as Velveeta®), cubed
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup heavy whipping cream, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Combine water, macaroni, butter, mustard powder, hot sauce, and salt in a multi-functional pressure cooker. Stir to combine. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 4 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 lid. Stir the macaroni. Keep pot on the Warm setting. Slowly add American cheese, processed cheese, and Parmesan cheese; allow to melt. Gradually stir in heavy cream until desired thickness is reached.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 541 calories, Carbohydrate 44.8 g, Cholesterol 90.8 mg, Fat 30.2 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 22.1 g, SaturatedFat 18.3 g, Sodium 1294.1 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

INSTANT POT MAC AND CHEESE



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Make this dreamy & creamy Instant Pot Mac and Cheese: tender macaroni in smooth, rich cheddar cheese sauce. Kid-friendly one pot meal in 35 mins!

Provided by Amy + Jacky

Categories     Dinner     Lunch     Side Dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound (454g) elbow macaroni
4 cups (1L) cold water
4 tablespoons (60g) unsalted butter
14 ounces (397g) sharp cheddar (, freshly grated)
6 ounces (170g) mild cheddar or Velveeta cheese (, freshly grated)
Kosher salt and ground black pepper
2 large eggs (, beaten)
12 ounces (355ml can) evaporated milk
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce or Frank's hot sauce ((optional))

Steps:

  • Pressure Cook Elbow Macaroni: Add 1lb (454g) elbow macaroni, 4 cups (1L) cold water, and a pinch of kosher salt in Instant Pot pressure cooker. Close the lid, then turn Venting Knob to Sealing Position. Pressure cook at High Pressure for 4 minutes, then Gradual Quick Release. Carefully open the lid.*Pro Tip: There is a slight chance that a tiny amount of foam will come out with the steam. Have a towel handy.
  • Mix Wet Ingredients: While the macaroni is pressure cooking, mix the wet ingredients in a medium mixing bowl. Beat 2 large eggs, then mix in 1 tsp ground mustard, 1 tsp Sriracha, and 12 ounces evaporated milk. Mix well.
  • Make Mac & Cheese: Keep heat on low or medium low (Instant Pot: use keep warm function). Give it a quick stir and see if there is excessive liquid in the pot. Drain if necessary. Place 4 tbsp unsalted butter in the pressure cooked macaroni. Mix well with a silicone spatula and let the butter melt. Pour in the wet ingredients and mix well. Add grated cheese (⅓ portion at a time) and stir constantly until the cheese fully melt. *Pro Tip: If the mac and cheese is too runny, turn the heat to medium (Instant Pot: use Sauté Less function) to reduce it down.
  • Taste & Season: Taste and season with kosher salt and ground black pepper (likely need a couple Pinches of kosher salt to brighten the dish).
  • Serve: Mac and Cheese needs to be served piping hot, so serve immediately. Enjoy~

Nutrition Facts : Calories 621 kcal, Carbohydrate 48 g, Protein 29 g, Fat 34 g, SaturatedFat 21 g, Cholesterol 143 mg, Sodium 511 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

INSTANT POT CREAMY MACARONI AND CHEESE RECIPE



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Looking for a delicious Macaroni and Cheese recipe? This Instant Pot creamy macaroni and cheese recipe is so easy to make.

Provided by Kristen Hills

Categories     Side Dish

Time 29m

Number Of Ingredients 11

16 ounces elbow macaroni
4 cups chicken broth
4 Tablespoons butter
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup whipping cream
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
½ cup shredded Mozzarella cheese
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon parsley
½ teaspoon dry mustard

Steps:

  • Place macaroni in Instant Pot. Pour chicken broth over macaroni so that all macaroni is covered by liquid.
  • Cut butter into small pieces and place on top of pasta. Add salt.
  • Place lid on top of Instant Pot and secure in place.
  • Move vent to SEALING position.
  • Press MANUAL button and set timer for 4 minutes.
  • When finished cooking, allow for a 5 minute NATURAL RELEASE, then move the venting to VENTING to quickly release the remaining pressure. (Some foam might come out of the vent, just use a paper towel to quickly wipe it off)
  • Remove lid and add whipping cream, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Add in seasonings and mix together until the cheese is all smooth and melted.
  • Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 529 kcal, Carbohydrate 44 g, Protein 19 g, Fat 30 g, SaturatedFat 19 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Sodium 1105 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CREAMY MACARONI AND CHEESE



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This is the ultimate creamy mac and cheese recipe. It's saucy, thick and very rich, with a wonderful cheddar flavor. Once you taste it, you'll be hooked. -Cindy Hartley, Chesapeake, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 to 2 cups 2% milk
1 cup sour cream
8 ounces cubed Velveeta
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. , Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add 1-1/2 cups milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in sour cream, Velveeta, Parmesan cheese, salt, mustard and pepper until smooth and cheese is melted. Add additional milk to reach desired consistency. , Drain macaroni; toss with cheddar cheese. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Stir in cream sauce. , Bake, uncovered, 35-40 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 653 calories, Fat 46g fat (30g saturated fat), Cholesterol 143mg cholesterol, Sodium 1141mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

CREAMY MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Macaroni and cheese is perfect supper food. It's a kids' favorite, and adults like it too. My recipe is simple and almost as quick as the boxed variety.

Provided by USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Macaroni and Cheese Recipes     Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon salt
1 pound elbow, shell or other bite-size shaped pasta
2 (12 fluid ounce) cans evaporated milk
1 cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons butter
⅓ cup flour
1 ½ tablespoons Dijon mustard
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Freshly ground black pepper
1 pound grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Bring 2 quarts of water to boil in large soup kettle. Add salt and pasta. Using package directions as a guide, cook until al dente. Drain. To prevent sticking, drain and immediately pour onto a large lipped baking sheet and let cool while preparing sauce.
  • Meanwhile, microwave the milk and chicken broth in a 4-cup Pyrex measuring cup or bowl until hot and steamy (not boiling). Melt butter in the empty pasta pot; whisk in flour, then hot milk mixture. Continue to whisk until thick and bubbly, 3 to 4 minutes. Whisk in mustard, Parmesan and pepper. Turn off heat, stir in cheddar until melted.
  • Add drained pasta (and optional flavoring ingredients, see notes) to sauce, and stir until everything is well combined over low heat. Stir to heat through, and thin with a little water if the sauce is too thick. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 529.1 calories, Carbohydrate 47.1 g, Cholesterol 82.3 mg, Fat 26.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 25.1 g, SaturatedFat 16.1 g, Sodium 1202.9 mg, Sugar 8.5 g

Tips:

  • Use a high-quality cheese blend for the best flavor. A combination of sharp cheddar, Gruyère, and Parmesan is a good option.
  • Don't overcook the macaroni. It should be cooked al dente, with a slight bite to it.
  • Add your favorite seasonings to the macaroni and cheese. Garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper are all good options.
  • For a creamier macaroni and cheese, use evaporated milk instead of regular milk.
  • Top the macaroni and cheese with breadcrumbs or grated Parmesan cheese before baking it. This will give it a golden brown crust.

Conclusion:

Pressure cooker macaroni and cheese is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great dish to take to potlucks and parties. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious macaroni and cheese that everyone will love.

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