Instant Pot Mac and Cheese with Ham and Peas

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Forget about the blue box (you know what I'm talking about) and make homemade mac and cheese for a weeknight dinner. The ham, peas, and optional hot sauce add some pizzazz to classic mac and cheese. Adjust the consistency of the mac and cheese sauce to suit your personal preference. I used Kraft 2% Milk Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese to reduce fat with no negative effect on taste.

Submitted by lutzflcat
Updated on February 17, 2023
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Prep Time:
25 mins
Cook Time:
14 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
44 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

  • 4 cups water

  • 1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni

  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder (such as Colman's®)

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce (Optional)

  • 1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk

  • ⅓ cup whole milk

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 2 cups shredded 2% milk Cheddar cheese (such as Kraft®)

  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

  • 1 cup diced cooked ham

  • ½ cup frozen peas, defrosted

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Combine water, elbow macaroni, mustard powder, salt, and hot sauce in an electric pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot). Close and lock the lid. Set to high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions and cook for 4 minutes. Allow up to 10 minutes for pressure to build.

  2. Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove lid. Switch to Low Saute function by pressing Saute once and Adjust twice. Stir macaroni to separate any clumps.

  3. Stir evaporated milk, milk, and butter into the pot. Add Cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese gradually, stirring constantly until melted. Stir in ham and peas. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

607 Calories
23g Fat
65g Carbs
33g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 607
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 23g 29%
Saturated Fat 13g 63%
Cholesterol 67mg 22%
Sodium 1150mg 50%
Total Carbohydrate 65g 24%
Dietary Fiber 3g 10%
Total Sugars 10g
Protein 33g 67%
Vitamin C 12mg 13%
Calcium 504mg 39%
Iron 3mg 18%
Potassium 509mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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