Description
This creamy, cheesy, and hearty Instant Pot cheeseburger mac is the ultimate comfort food. Juicy ground beef, tender pasta, and sharp cheddar cheese come together in one pot for a quick and delicious meal the whole family will love!
Ingredients
For the Meat:
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt (or to taste)
For the Pasta:
- 4 cups beef stock
- 1 pound elbow pasta
After Cooking:
- 3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Sauté the Meat:
- Set the Instant Pot to the ‘Sauté’ function and wait until the display reads ‘Hot.’
- Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Season the Meat:
- Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, and salt over the beef mixture.
- Cook for another 1–2 minutes, stirring to combine and release the spices’ aroma.
- Add the Pasta and Stock:
- Cancel the ‘Sauté’ function and pour the beef stock into the pot.
- Stir the mixture well, then add the elbow pasta on top. Press gently to submerge the pasta.
- Pressure Cook:
- Secure the Instant Pot lid and set the pressure release valve to ‘Sealing.’
- Use the ‘Manual’ or ‘Pressure Cook’ function and cook on High Pressure for 3 minutes.
- After cooking, let the pressure release naturally for 2 minutes, then carefully quick release the remaining pressure.
- Add the Cheese:
- Open the lid and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Spoon the cheeseburger mac into bowls and serve immediately. Garnish with extra cheese or fresh parsley, if desired.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded cheese for the best texture and flavor.
- To avoid a ‘Burn’ warning, deglaze the pot by scraping the bottom after sautéing the meat.
- Adjust the seasoning to taste or add a touch of cayenne for extra heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: American