Make Gourmet Mac and Cheese in Your Instant Pot
Savor the creamy goodness of Instant Pot Mac and Cheese with Beef - a hearty, flavorful twist on a classic favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground Beef
- 1 Green Bell Pepper diced
- 1 Onion diced
- 3 cups Elbow Noodles
- 3 ¼ cup Water
- ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 teaspoon Dry Mustard
- ¼ teaspoon Pepper
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 3 ounces Cream Cheese
- ¾ cup Milk
- 3 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese shredded
Instructions
- First, in saute mode, cook the onions, bell pepper, add ground beef and cook until it has browned.
- Then, drain the grease.
- Next, return the browned meat and vegetables to the inner pot.
- When the meat is finished, you will combine the next 6 ingredients on top of the ground beef mixture in the inner pot. Before you close the lid, make sure the noodles are all submerged in liquid.
- Close the instant pot lid and turn the pressure valve to seal. Cook on manual high pressure for 4 minutes.
- Allow for a quick pressure release after the cooking time is up.
- Then add in the remaining ingredients, stirring in the cream cheese and cheddar cheese to melt with the pasta. Simultaneously, add the milk a little at a time.
- Your Instant Pot Mac and Cheese with Beef is all set! Serve it warm and enjoy!
Notes
Flavorful Base: Incorporate chicken broth or beef broth as a savory base for cooking the pasta in your Instant Pot Mac and Cheese with Beef to enhance the overall taste.
Get Creative with Cheeses: Experiment with different cheese blends or add a touch of smoked paprika for a unique twist.
Nutrition
Calories: 585kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 28gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 401mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 704IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 368mgIron: 2mg
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