Dinner for 6
Instant Pot Mac and Cheese (10 servings)
$7.48for 415 minServes 6
Macaroni cooks under pressure with water, then melts with butter, milk, and cheeses.
Photo: foodiecrush.com
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Pasta$0.10/oz typical | 16 oz | $1.60Typical price |
 | Butter$0.40/oz typical | 2 oz | $0.80Typical price |
 | Garlic$0.75 each typical | a little | $0.01Typical price |
 | Evaporated or condensed milk$0.14/oz typical | 5 oz | $0.70Typical price |
| Cheddar and shredded cheese$0.30/oz typical | 16 oz | $4.80Typical price |
| Swiss, provolone, gouda$0.40/oz typical | 8 oz | $3.20Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $11.23 | ||
Pantry staples you likely have
Salt and pepperDried herbs, spices and seasoning blends
Not included in the cost.
Swaps
- Swap Cheddar and shredded cheese for Mozzarellaabout the same price
- Swap Butter for Margarine and vegan butterabout $0.15/oz less at typical prices
- Swap Pasta for Egg noodlesabout $0.04/oz more at typical prices
- 15 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 6servings (the source says 10, which counts pieces)
- $typical cost tier
AmericanVegetarianHigh-proteinKid-friendlyBudgetFamilyDinnersInstant PotCold-weather comfort
$1.87 per serving$7.48 for 4
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Ingredients
- 1 lb macaroni pasta
- 4 cups water
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp ground mustard
- 1/2 tsp garlic salt (optional)
- 5 oz evaporated milk
- 4 cups shredded medium or sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups soft white cheese
Steps
- Add the macaroni, water, butter, salt, ground mustard, and garlic salt to the Instant Pot.
- Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 4 minutes.
- Release the pressure quickly, then open the lid carefully.
- Stir in the evaporated milk, cheddar, and soft white cheese until smooth.
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