Copy Cat Panera Mac N Cheese In the Instant Pot
Move over boxed mac n cheese and hello Panera mac n cheese! Copy Cat Panera Mac N Cheese In the Instant Pot is so rich and decadent, you will want to savor every single bite. You can make this Panera mac n cheese in only 4 minutes using your Instant Pot. I mean it truly can’t get any easier, and the flavor factor is off the charts. Panera’s mac n cheese is by far one of my most favored items on their menu. I am a sucker for pasta and when you add loads of cheese, it has to be good!
What sets this mac n cheese apart from the rest is the variety of ingredients it adds such a unique flavor that really draws you in. This is velvety, cheesy, and so very creamy, it is absolutely delectable. This recipe you use some hot sauce and Dijon mustard, bare with me here.
COPY CAT PANERA MAC N CHEESE IN THE INSTANT POT
This copycat mac n cheese in the Instant Pot is so rich and decadent, you will want to savor every single bite.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 1 minute
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 625 kcal
Ingredients
16 oz pasta I used elbow
2 cups chicken broth
8 oz sharp cheese
8 oz American cheese
1 tbsp hot sauce
1 tbs dijon mustard
1/2 cup milk
2 tbs butter
Instructions
Place pasta in your Instant Pot with chicken broth and butter.
Set pot to manual high pressure for 4 minutes.
Do a quick release.
Place your Instant Pot on saute.
Stir in milk, mustard, and hot sauce
Stir in cheese and stir until melted about 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and serve.