Easy Instant Pot Mac and Cheese with Ham 🧀
A quick and cheesy Instant Pot mac and cheese, made extra hearty with diced ham for a delicious family-friendly meal. Perfect for busy weeknights!
Equipment
- Instant Pot
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 16 ounce box uncooked elbow macaroni
- 2 cups diced ham
- 6 cups water
- 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
- 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by melting the butter in your Instant Pot using the Sauté function. Add the diced onion and cook until it softens, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic for about a minute, then press Cancel to turn off the Sauté mode.
- Gently add the uncooked elbow macaroni, water, and diced ham to the pot.
- Secure the lid and ensure the vent is set to the 'sealing' position. Set your Instant Pot to High Pressure for 4 minutes.
- Once cooking is complete, allow a 5-minute natural pressure release, then carefully quick release any remaining pressure.
- Stir in the sour cream, shredded Swiss cheese, and 2 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese until everything is wonderfully melted and creamy. Don't worry if it seems a little thin at first; the sauce will thicken as it cools.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the top, place the lid back on for a few minutes to let it melt perfectly. Remove the lid and let it stand briefly to reach its ideal thickness before serving this wholesome meal.
Notes
Nutrition per serving: Calories: 456, Total Carbs: 22g, Net Carbs: 21g, Fats: 28g, Protein: 28g.
