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Instant Pot Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese

If you're looking for a family favorite cheese recipe with minimal cleanup, this Instant Pot Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese is a must-try.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Instant Pot, pasta
Keyword cheese, Cheesy, Pressure cooker
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 9 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 720kcal

Ingredients

  • 16 ounce box macaroni pasta
  • 4 cups water
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground mustard
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 5 ounce can evaporated milk
  • 16 ounces smoked gouda cheese shredded
  • 2 cups shredded monterey jack
  • 8 ounces white cheddar shredded, optional

Instructions

  • Into the pot of an electric pressure cooker, place the macaroni, water, butter, salt, ground mustard, and smoked paprika. Stir to distribute the seasonings.
  • Cover the electric pressure cooker and set the valve to “sealing.”
  • Program the pressure cooker using the “manual” or “pressure cook” function for 4 minutes. When the cooking cycle is completed, perform a quick release of the pressure. Carefully remove the lid.
  • Stir in the evaporated milk, smoke gouda, and monterey jack. If using, also add the white cheddar. Stir until the cheeses are melted. The sauce will thicken as it rests.

Nutrition

Calories: 720kcal | Carbohydrates: 584g | Protein: 48g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 3214g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 184mg | Sodium: 1578mg | Potassium: 399mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1466IU | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 1163mg | Iron: 2mg