Instant Pot Mac and Cheese with Ham and Peas

Name: Instant Pot Mac and Cheese with Ham and Peas
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 14 min
Total time: 44 min
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; 1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk; 0.33333334326744 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; 0.5 cup frozen peas, defrosted; salt and ground black pepper to taste

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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

Prep Time:

25 mins

Cook Time:

14 mins

Additional Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

44 mins

Servings:

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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

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.
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.
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.

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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.