Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 5 cups macaroni noodles (or small shells)
  • 6 cups water
  • 2 teaspoons salt (more to taste, divided)
  • 1 cup heavy cream ( OR fat free half and half OR whole milk)
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 ½ cups freshly grated sharp cheddar or white cheddar cheese

Instruction

  • In your Instant Pot/pressure cooker, combine uncooked noodles, water, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  • Put the lid on and slide it into the locked position. Turn the vent to the SEALED position, and set the pot to MANUAL or PRESSURE COOK on HIGH for 5 minutes.
  • Turn the valve to VENT position and remove the lid once the float valve drops.
  • Drain excess water from the pot, then stir in the heavy cream (or milk) and the cheese and stir gently until cheese is completely melted.
  • Add remaining salt and pepper, taste, and add more as needed. Serve immediately.