Extremely Easy and Affordable Instant Pot Macaroni and Cheese Recipe - How to Use an Instant Pot

[@askmewhosjoe6682]

I’m a 20 year old man living by my self for the first time, your videos are literally saving my life haha

[@laurabarber6697]

Maybe you ought to be the 20 year-old man making a KZbin video about using his instapot to save his life and save money for all the other 20 year old guys out there and gals that are just trying to figure this stuff out! Good luck to you my friend!

[@packingten]

@@laurabarber6697 Laura back when(1992),My daughter came to live w me,We ate@ restaurants only expensive ones or ones w horrible food,I never had internet but I taught myself to cook finally a cpl yrs later got to be a pretty fair cook,Now my health is bad I'm 70, Now these videos help a lot of men& women to cook,Wish I had them😊 take care sweet pea😇

[@whatabri]

LMAO me and my boyfriend just moved to college together and SAME LOLOLOL

[@BlickyMinaj]

Proud of you my boy

[@RguGmng]

I'm in the same boat

[@MrMaximumrocknroll]

She deserves so much praise for the simple explanations to everything. Some folks are just too nervous or afraid to ask about the very basic stuff. Nothing wrong with being told things on the most simple level.

[@chadguendelsberger2193]

My wifey got me an IP for Christmas and I’ll probably never go out to eat again. My first dinner was garlic honey chicken thighs. I was so excited, that’s all we had - garlic honey chicken thighs. I totally forgot to make anything else to go with it. So we had chicken thighs and potato chips. But it was great. I made Mongolian beef over rice the next night and that was even better reheated the next day. Fortunately I have a rice cooker too, so I was able to prepare the rice at the same time. Love your instructional videos. Huge fan.

[@sheilahaynie]

I've had mine for about 2 years. I love it so much! I bought a second one this year. Sometimes I am making yogurt or bone broth in one instant pot and cook dinner in the other. I have a small group of ladies from chruch that meet monthly at my house for dinner. I found out several of them had an instant pot, but had never used it. I had them all bring their pots to my house and we had an instant pot party. Made roast beef, baked sweet potatoes, mac and cheese, and dessert. It was so fun.

[@bradmaninnocentbystander9729]

This lady is so amazing! I had an instant pot for a year and was unsure of how to use it. After watching her first videos about "how to" use the device I felt confident in using it. This is the best thing in my kitchen. I love it. Six Sisters really has some wonderful recipes and I love every video. I can't wait to try Dijon Mustard in my Mac N Cheese.

[@yvonnebunce2524]

My son has had an IP for a year and loves it. I have used a stovetop pressure cooker for many years and recently bought a Presto pot but it works the same as the IP. I cooked potatoes for mashed potatoes, made a chicken stew I used to make in my old pressure cooker, and cooked a roast with potatoes and carrots. They all turned out wonderful. I probably won't use it as much as others but it is a good kitchen tool. Thank you for the helpful videos and recipe ideas.

[@burnttoast4821]

Just got ours..an early Christmas gift. I have used it twice. I made a pork roast and then Puerto Rican rice. What a FANTASTIC meal!!. I am making Polish sausage and kraut tonight. Love it..a little intimidated by it but I am pushing forward.

[@SixSistersStuff]

It is a little intimidating at first, but we are so glad you keep trying. It gets easier with every recipe. And we have more coming!

[@MadMax-yq9ix]

Polish sausage and kraut sounds delicious

[@burnttoast4821]

@@MadMax-yq9ix it was and i also put large cubed potatoes in thete too... Omg it was delicious!!

[@jackieporteraz]

My first meal was a pork roast too! I did it on NYD. I’m thinking of trying beans or lentils next.

[@bethpowell6650]

jackpaz I make a vegan 15 bean soup in mine that is delicious!

[@meaganlowe2238]

I was given a instantpot as a housewarming gift that was two months ago . Last night i used it to make the cheesy chicken & rice dinner i used broccoli instead of mixed veggies and my husband and children loved it and they are all picky and now im making mac& cheese as im typing this . thank you for teaching me im so excited to watch all your videos and make new dinners . it really helps since i have a 3 month old and two other kid in school that im always running after .

[@mlm7598]

Yes, I have used mine and I was fearful at first and my heart was racing like it might blow up. LOL But I am sure it was because of growing up and mother used the old type of pressure cooker. I have done, corned beef, stews many and sooooooooo delicious and the gravy ......omgoodness is out of this world. Pot roast, potatoes, carrots and hard boiled eggs are unbelievable. No more watching the water boil and hoping they are done. LOL It is amazing! I love it and am getting ready to make your recipe. I will be 74 in a few months so old dogs can learn new tricks. I am thinking now how much time I have used in 53 years of marriage on cooking longer than I needed to! LOL I love the moist meat and no dried parts. I do chicken breast and then make chicken alfredo. It turns out so delicious. I dice a lot of the chicken up for chicken salad sandwiches all week or put on salad and it's ready whenever my husband or the rest of the family pops by I have something to offer them...........it's ready! I love it absolutely. Last nite I did corn beef cabbage, potatoes, onions and carrots. Delicious and unreal how quickly it all went considering how long it used to take. Don't be afraid of it, it is the best thing that ever happened to the kitchen! All in one pot and clean up is easy! I am purchasing another one to take to our vacation home so I don't have to cook and make more heat in the kitchen on those hot summer days......it just makes sense in such a small space of a kitchen also. Love love love it! Blessings and ty for sharing all you do!

[@trisashirley9641]

Took me a year to take it out of the box (someone bought it for me), and I looked up IP on KZbin and found u! I now use it at least 4 times a week, I think it’s actually fun to use and it still amazes me how quick and yummy our dinners are. I no longer use our slow cooker! Thank u so much!

[@misssarahlouise1024]

Yes and I love it! 😍 I have epilepsy, and sometimes it's not so safe for me to be doing things in the kitchen one being cooking with a hot stove or baking. And I really love cooking. So getting an instant pot was the most amazing thing I have ever gotten, so easy! I've made so many delicious recipes, and it takes so little time. Did I mention I'm in love with my instant pot? Thank you again for all these recipes and tips!

[@stacey2470]

Thanks so much for that tip.

[@aprilbedenbaugh5462]

I have Epilepsy too and I have never thought about it like this. Someone just gave me one. Haven't tried it yet.😊

[@misssarahlouise1024]

Just remember to wear cooking mittens whatever they are called When you release the steam** I also acquired a microwave toaster oven that has all the bells and whistles. You can do toast, bagels, pizza, cookies, dehydrate, air fry, bake, roast, warm things up and ferment. Sometimes I don't even use the oven most of the time But I really do love the airfryer function! But again cooking mittens! Long cooking mittens! I really hope I'm saying the correct name.

[@susanclaycomb184]

I started watching yalls a bit ago, I'm am over the road truck driver that teams with my hubby. I bought an instant pot for the truck to make healthier meals out on the road and so we don't have to spend as much at truckstop restaurants . Please keep them recipes coming. Yalls wonderful.

[@whitneyware5951]

I was extra good and santa brought me one lol. I have used it 4 times in two days. Im obsessed

[@klb6453]

Whitney Ware me too!

[@Voletta1000]

I have but it took me 2 months to use it because I was terrified! I got on KZbin and watched tons of videos until I was no longer as scared. Now I use it every chance I get!

[@PEPSIKERR]

I've learned so much this past year from your channel. Having the instant pot is a game changer. I wish I had it when my 4 boys were little. Using it for our grown up people recipes.Merry Christmasto you all..

[@susankale1201]

I have had mine for about six weeks. I absolutely love it and my husband cannot believe what I have made in it. I actually used it the other day for breakfast, lunch and dinner. I use it every morning for oatmeal. I wasn’t sure I would be able to eat it cause of the texture thing. But it’s the best. If there is any leftover I put in the fridge and if my husband has an early work day he takes the time to eat it when he normally just run out the door. And no more minute rice in this house. Thank you for removing my fear of using a pressure cooker.

[@loria5818]

I got ya beat there sista....try this one: 1 box cavatapi noodles 4c h2o 1 tsp Salt Pressure for 3 min Quick release Add 1 can evaporated milk 1 bag Kraft Triple Cheddar shredded cheese w/Philadelphia cream cheese. Mix Eat. Seriously....Yum and SIMPLE!!

[@brandyfreeman4098]

@Lori A, yum 🤤! I'll be trying this for sure!! Thanks for sharing.

[@michaelb9277]

How much cream cheese do you use?

[@EvieBear236]

M B The cream cheese is in the bag with the cheddar cheese. No measuring.

[@michaelb9277]

Barbara Plautz thanks!

[@loria5818]

@@michaelb9277 Sorry...i didnt see the comment sooner.....the previous reply is correct...the shredded cheese I use is made by Kraft and has "Philly" in it already. Triple Cheddar is my fav but there is also a Three Cheese of the same brand/kind it is also super 😋 yum just a bit more milder of flavor.

[@crystalrobins9162]

just got my instant pot for Christmas. I've made chicken and rice, roast and potatoes, and today making your mac and cheese recipe. i love it, but my husband loves it more!

[@amandazakovec6740]

I got mine last week the instant pot viva 9 in 1 and I’ve made beef stew in it , wild rice soup and yesterday I made our thanksgiving ham and your mashed potatoe recipe in the instant pot! And they were amazing . I am obsessed! Plus I love your videos and cannot wait for more recipes to try. Thank you so much!

[@russhughes9273]

Bought one for us for Christmas. i made beef stew in 40 min. and my wife loves it. Thank you for all of your videos. No more spending 2k a month eating out! Looking forward to all of your meals. Thanks again.

[@SixSistersStuff]

That is so awesome, you are so welcome! I am so glad you enjoy it!

[@kellic3735]

I have used it a lot and it has saved SO much time!! Love it

[@rudegertgertrude8512]

I'm back again just to say, again - thank you for your simple, but DETAILED instructions. I am one of those people that was so intimidated by this freaking contraption that you helped make it simple for me. Just made the mac and cheese again! Delicious! Thank you, thank you!

[@lilianabarajas7525]

I just got one yesterday for Christmas!!! Can’t wait to use it

[@klb6453]

liliana Barajas I got one for Christmas this year too. You’re going to love yours. After you do the water test, you will get over your steam release sound. It hisses high and loud. Then you will feel more confident with cooking with your IP. I already made spaghetti, pot roast, apple cinnamon oatmeal and now I’m making baby ribs in it for supper.

[@lilianabarajas7525]

KLB oh you do the water test on it? Wow! I haven’t seen the booklet. Oh that’s great!! Hope I can really learn how to use it

[@klb6453]

liliana Barajas The instructions say to do the water test first. Which is a good thing. The first time you hear the steam hissing you may panic for a few seconds. But after that you’re okay. Just remember to use one gasket for savory foods. And the extra colored gasket for sweet foods. You don’t want garlic taste mixed in with your oatmeal. You will love yours. I think people freak out because we all hear the horror stories of relatives and their pressure cookers exploding.

[@lilianabarajas7525]

KLB oh ok good to know thank you so much for the advice. Yeah that’s my husband freaking out with my old pressure cooker

[@klb6453]

@@lilianabarajas7525 My hubby freaked out too when I used the old pressure cooker on the stove. I was steaming vegetables at the time. The thing I like about the IP is that the company really went all out with safety features.

[@rhaewynsmom]

I’ve used mine. I love it for eggs, sautéing vegetables, potatoes, pasta, soup, meats. I love that if I forget to take something out of the freezer, I can drop meat in frozen and it doesn’t take hours to cook like in an oven usually just 30 minutes or less! Love love love it!

[@SixSistersStuff]

It's the best for cooking frozen meat when you forget to take it out of the freezer earlier in the day!

[@lynntomk]

I was afraid of mine too. First time I turned it on I went in the other room and watched from the doorway. Long time ago now. I love my instant pot.

[@BannedPhotoshop]

lol

[@user-lt6ws5fe7k]

I was the same way! Now im planning instapot meals for just about everyday 🤣🤣 my poor stove hasnt been used for awhile.

[@traceyrossetti1009]

Hahaha. Me too!! I was videoing my mom how scared I was🤣🤣🤣

[@LP-zr1ep]

Lol cute comment Lynn , thats how i am with mine

[@oliviagreen8853]

I was the same! I was so afraid of it exploding lmao!!! 🤣🤣 glad I wasnt the only one! Haha

[@frioletannie]

Got my IP yesterday at noon and by supper I had tried 3 recipes! Love my first IP and I'm trying this mac and cheese this morning. Thanks for your videos they're fun and informative.

[@KristinaOlmedo]

I was skeptical and it turned out amazing! The hot sauce and Dijon really make it pop! I’m shoving it in my face as I’m typing this!

[@inavogel626]

😂😂😂 I'm going to try it.

[@calebwalker3797]

I'm a truck driver and just now getting into cooking on my truck, like I'm literally about to make my first instapot meal. Definitely following you! Thanks for the videos!

[@homebase967]

Here is a funny story for you and readers!! I had been wanting and planning to get an instant pot, because I had been watching your videos and others. My son + his wife used theirs all the time--- just to cook rice, to more elaborate meals. So I started cooking on theirs first. My birthday was coming around and so I decided to treat myself! And ordered one from Amazon. (Plug for Amazon). However, my son said, "Mom, don't order anything or get anything big before your birthday."....but I already had! So what happens?? They ordered me an instant pot as well!! So now, I have two, one still in a box! I attempted to give one to my oldest son, but he said he/they wouldn't use it!! I think he is "scared" of using it as well!! New , fandangled thing that it is!! Haha!! Aloha to you, mililani 😘

[@juliem.679]

Save the extra IP for a wedding gift when you get the next invitation.

[@janedrolet2807]

Have two and use them both!

[@homebase967]

@@janedrolet2807 ...thanks Jane!! I truly have considered keeping the 2nd one since one was a gift!! Yeahhh!! What a blessing!!

[@homebase967]

@@juliem.679 that is a good idea!! Oh my!! But on the other hand 2 might be nice to have... As another lady pointed out!!

[@homebase967]

@@juliem.679 ... Jane Drolet mentioned that she uses 2.

[@bmbunch8825]

Have had one for 4 years now and use it every 2-3 weeks or so, usually for soups, chili, or Mac and cheese. Making Mac and Cheese tonight and wanted to see if anyone on KZbin had any good recipes, yours is basically what I do it's my favorite Mac and cheese. I add salt pepper and garlic powder and the butter and hot sauce before I cook it. Only thing I add after is the milk and cheese.

[@terrihop8880]

Yes I use mine and you have given me even more ideas and reasons to do it!

[@SixSistersStuff]

Hi Terri, we'll keep the instant pot recipes coming! So glad you love your instant pot. They are wonderful.

[@rowannieuport3942]

I've owned one for half a year, and only used it to cook rice. I am not really a cook, but i am using it now to make simple things--i live by myself, and like the simple cooking the Instant Pot makes. So, it is making a big impact on my life now, in 2020! I will next cook a pot of pinto beans, i love it.

[@theresatrahan7247]

Boiling eggs right now. I’ve been using mine over a year. Love it makes life easier for me. 💕

[@SixSistersStuff]

Boiling eggs in the instant pot is a game changer!

[@kathleencloutier3112]

Thank you Kristen for this recipe I inherited my instant pot it sat for two years before I used it and the first recipe I used was French dip recipe, the day after that I used your creamy spaghetti. Thank you for these wonderful recipes also congrats on your baby.

[@juliem.679]

Mac and Cheese looks interesting, instead of the usual boxed stuff. I tried making hard boiled eggs, oatmeal, burrito bowl, and a few other things. I have had the 6 qt. IP for a couple of months.

[@GypsyTheGoatOnTube]

Used my pot 1st time tonight and it was basically this with a few different cheeses. Felt so confident with your help. Wow this saved time and made life easier. Thankyou very much

[@dkidl2000]

I bought a pressure cooker in the early 2000s,and used it a lot! But then I had to upgrade because I couldn't get gaskets for it anymore. Last year I upgraded to an instant pot 8 quart, my other pressure cooker was 8 quart. My old pressure cooker had all the buttons too, most of them that the instant pot has. Happy using this one for Year but I'll just confess that I like my old one better. It came up to pressure a lot faster than the instant pot. Never burned anything on the bottom like the instant pot has a couple of times, using the same recipes I used for my old one.

[@jtamsmom5]

I love this recipe so much. I've referred this recipe and your channel to my friends and family.

[@justaplainmom4395]

I got my instant pot for an early Christmas present and I love ❤️ it . I’m totally hooked on using this thing.

[@GypsyTheGoatOnTube]

Im a grandmother and just got my first pot. I live alone now and want quick and simple. You describe everything so well, really appreciate that. Thankyou

[@SixSistersStuff]

You are so welcome!

[@kaladowning7510]

You guys need to sell T shirts that say sealing not venting 😂

[@denim4821]

They do offer that.

[@nancysteenberg320]

Thank you for your recipe. I got my Instant Pot Duo plus yesterday. And I just threw in some basmati rice, 3 cups of broth for 1 1/2 cup rice then some sweet potatoes, bunch of spices and 2 frozen cod fillets. 4 minutes to cook it all, yes it did worry me as it took a long time to get pressurized but you explained it would. Then I had to let it depressurize naturally. It was worth the wait. Yum and I look forward to your Monday recipes.

[@michellehaynes6816]

I got mine last yr. I didn’t hesitate to open it and use it. Just add to the instant pot family with the mixer.

[@pcfloresnm]

I am literally making this right now. I received instant pot for Christmas 2018 and this will be the second time I use it. I'm trying not to be afraid of it. I like your videos. They are helping me not be afraid. I will edit my comment after dinner. The Verdict: my family loved it. Next time I won't use the whole pound but I wanted to make the recipe the way you did. Thank you 😃😃

[@michelleperez-vazquez7760]

I was so confused on how to use it. It took me months before I called my cousin to ask for help. I burned my first.chicken😔 now thanks to people on you tube, as such yourself, I am begining to try new things😁❤

[@julisseporras-gerhardt3472]

Thanks for your help Kristen. I have used my instant pot many years and tomorrow I’m making macaroni and cheese so I looked up your recipe and I am so happy I did. I haven’t really used my instant pot a whole lot because I don’t cook big meals anymore, since my husband died last October. My two kids, pretty much work a lot at night and when they don’t they go out to eat with friends, but since I’m making a big dish of macaroni and cheese for my Bible study Friends, I wanted to find the best recipe, and that would be yours! Thank you so much! take care and God bless.

[@sarahj87]

I’ve had my instant pot since Black Friday and I still haven’t used it. I did take it out of the box and clean it though! I guess I’m just feeling like I don’t know how to use it or what to make. But this recipe looks amazing!

[@jennauntnenehobbs4439]

Just found this channel and received an Instant Pot for Christmas. I actually used it the night I got it for mashed potatoes. I've also used it twice for hard boiled eggs and once for rice. I don't know who loves it more in my house the kiddos, the hubby, or I. I'm excited to explore more on your channel.

[@aHorseWithNoName88]

9:10 Macaroni in a pot, that's some WAP

[@ditzy_daizy]

Wet Ass Pasta

[@angieb.5852]

Husband bought me the Farberware version and I just looked at it. Lol. Then he made me use it "at least once" and I have been hooked ever since. So much so that we bought a second bigger one and I use the both at the same time. Love your recipes...they are a life line! Thank you ladies for sharing with us!

[@wendyaulis4624]

Started watching your Channel first then went out and bought an instapot and use it all the time with your recipes

[@jenniferwhalen9612]

I got mine for Christmas. That day I made sweet potatoes and acorn squash. Brilliant. Cut cooking time way down!! I haven’t used it since. I’m trying to learn all I can and make some kind of casserole.

[@ohnoyce]

Favorite sound ever...when you put the lid on

[@SixSistersStuff]

Right?!!! It's the best little medley! Ha Ha!

[@rothensexploit1815]

I have been using my Instant Pot since October 2019. We've made several items in it. Pulled Port, Split Pea Soup and more. We even used it for Thanksgiving dinner. We were going to go out when we came down with a bad cold. I ended up making Thanksgiving dinner with turkey breast, mashed potatoes and stuffing all in the Instant Pot. We just used it for a Christmas party. I made stuffing as part of our pot luck obligation. It was easy to make, transport and keep warm during the dinner. I am getting brave to try more as I watch your videos. Thank you for all the great, simple ideas!

[@jennieamber9213]

We got ours in early December, haven't used it yet though! I love watching your videos, you make me feel confident for when the time comes to actually use it, I'll be able to! lol

[@cherylbaney1287]

I received one for Christmas...to be honest, I wasn’t going to use it at first. Then I made brown rice, best rice ever! Then I made a pork sirloin roast with sauerkraut, out of this world delish....now I am making my own recipes...I love it! Wish these pots were around 40 years ago when I was working and cooking for 3 boys!!

[@lynnew5619]

Used it this evening to do a pork ribs recipe. Really tasty.

[@pfennigjr]

I have used it and have used SEVERAL of your cooking recipes and they have turn out AWESOME! Most of the time my wife and I will do it together and that just brings us together doing things together. Thanks!

[@karenpalmeri85]

Yes, and loving it!

[@brettm5863]

Hi Kristen. I got my InstantPot from a friend for Christmas and used it for the first time today. After watching many of your well done videos I decided a simple pasta dish would be my first meal. It turned out great. When it was finished in the IP, I dumped it into a casarole dish, blanketed it in Mozza and baked it for 15mins. The cheese melted and browned up perfectly. I did panic a little when I first started it on pressure cook (manual) because there was a bit of steam coming from the top and I was worried I did something wrong and everything would be ruined. As it turns out, this is normal, but something no one on KZbin has told us about in any of the "How To" videos. The small steam loss is simply the IP bringing itself up to pressure right before it seals and starts the pressure cook portion. Once I figured that out it was so simple. Just fill, press and wait. Thank you for all your videos. I enjoy watching them and really learn a lot. I also just want to say, I find it so cute the way you say the word button. Because of your slight accent it comes out sounding like you say it "buttin". Makes me smile everytime I hear it.

[@jerryberryhill3619]

I have 2 of them and use them at least 3 times a week for our dinners, we rarely go out and eat anymore because my wife thinks my cooking is better and more economical .

[@fishermgcj]

I LOVE my IP. It took a couple of years for me to buy one. But then I literally made oxtails in it right out of the box! Now I’ve had 3. The first one died of overuse and I ordered a second one ‘instantly’! Then O ordered a small one which I use almost on a daily basis. I cook everything in it. Thanks for all the IP recipes. And the mac and cheese? The best!

[@janiegoodman6301]

Me and my brother both took advantage of the deals this christmas and we both got a new one

[@erose6996]

Mine is being shipped. Can’t wait to get it. Got it for Christmas. Thank you for recipes and tips.

[@carriepenner496]

Haven’t used mine yet. Still trying to figure out how to cook for one with it.

[@rae1067]

Carrie Penner leftovers are our friend. Love this thing. Use it all the time.

[@GrammerAngel]

Since you are cooking with pressure, the times for halved recipes are pretty much the same. I make full recipes and after they cool I label them and freeze. Veggies are great, but you have to experiment with the times a bit. You'll get the hang of it . I love mine for cooking for one.

[@mistypadgette7645]

Omg I just made this and my family couldn't get enough.. Thank you for helping me cut my time in the kitchen.. wow.. Bravo 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏

[@SixSistersStuff]

Hope you enjoy

[@larryjanssen6077]

Since it takes 10 to 14 minutes to build pressure I was wondering what would happen do if you used a warmed up liquid to start instead of cold?

[@bwes25411]

larry janssen it makes it pressurize so much faster! I have just recently tried this and it works great!

[@Ea-Nasir_Copper_Co]

It comes to pressure faster but some recipes depend on the liquid being at room temperature; if you start with hot liquid the end product might be underdone.

[@dianasimplifies]

Me Here thx for that tip. I’m usually not in a big hurry and it’s SO much faster than the crockpot anyway...

[@willlaoshi3348]

I made this mac and cheese. I followed her recipe exactly. It was so easy and came out great. It's the best homemade mac and cheese I ever made. Thank you

[@mslerda23]

I've had mine for 8 months. Looked at it scared me. Back in box. After 8 months looking at it ,I took it out of the box read the instructions then went on line and watched videos for 2 weeks. Found six sisters videos and tackled the insta pot. Have made stews and rice recipes. Going to make cheese cake. Not afraid, in fact my friend has one for year and half and I am going to go help her start using. ☺

[@SixSistersStuff]

Maree, that is amazing! Way to go!!!

[@rudegertgertrude8512]

Thank you SO much for this - mine came out PERFECTLY. I appreciate your reiteration of "SEALING" on all of your videos. I need that constant reinforcement to remember that and it has truly helped. Again, you're a great teacher. WAHOOOO!!!

[@SixSistersStuff]

You are so welcome!

[@maggiegnzlz]

You might want to inform newbies that it doesn't take just 4 minutes. It takes time for it to come up to temp & then the venting takes another 2 minutes.

[@ShakeAShape]

She mentions @ 03:00 that it takes 10-15 minutes to pressurize. :)

[@micheleparrish]

I love this recipe. It’s so easy to make. I usually bring this for pot luck dinners at work. There are never any leftovers. 😊

[@gracemariecullen]

You can actually just cook it for 1 minute! I was so shocked! I tried the 4 mins...then 3, then 1... and it was perfect! Even still more leaning towards soft rather than al dente. Edit.... You don't have to use the saute feature. The heat and warmth from the pot itself will melt everything perfectly!

[@donnahuntwork3086]

You can also cook for zero minutes - works great for vegetables.

[@fenixdesigns]

@@donnahuntwork3086 I do it fairly often actually!... and, admittedly, every time I do I _still_ get such a kick out of the thought of "cooking for zero minutes"!... what a concept, huh?!! The very _first_ time I'd ever heard of doing that it *TOTALLY* blew my mind!! lol :)

[@4packdaddy]

Seriously?!

[@JenniferGarton74]

Thank you for this video, I have two instant pots I got last year, and I have only used one once lol, but for Christmas I am going to make macaroni and cheese, and with the instant pot it will be so much faster. Watching your video helps thank you for showing how to use it. Merry Christmas.

[@cheryltavares81]

Yes I love mine I will never make mashed potatoes on the stove top again

[@hollymccraney3546]

Thanks for this, you gave me the confidence to actually use mine. I have had mine for over a year and this is the first time I have used it.

[@mrgallbladder]

Ok so it takes about 15 minutes to pressurize and 4 minutes to cook in the pressure cooker. 4 cups of liquid takes about 6 minutes to boil on the stove top (less on induction) and for elbow pasta, 9 minutes to al dante.

[@BannedPhotoshop]

yah i dk how its really that much faster with the instapot

[@eval3651]

She did point out that she would have to babysit the stovetop version. Using the IP allows to to do other things. And you can use the IP for much more than mac-n-cheese.

[@mrgallbladder]

@@eval3651 you don't need to babysit noodles boiling. It's the same thing, set a timer and come back when it's done.

[@annjohnson543]

Bought mine a couple of years ago and used it right away! Makes the most fabulous hard boiled eggs. One of my favorites to make is American goulash. Saute the hamburger, then dump in everything, set the IP and walk away! Love my IP!

[@vanvorst1999]

The name seems misleading in our on-demand society... Why call it an INSTANT POT if it takes so long to pressurize? 🤔 🤣

[@Antonetish]

It doesn't take long. Cooking time is much shorter in the IP!!!

[@PAFM1964]

OMG Yes it's the best ever. Made potato salad. Potato and eggs done at the same time. I was overjoyed.

[@msfitbiz24]

Soooo delish!! Add some chopped up turkey. Because of you I bought my insta pot and used it within a week of it arriving….That was six months ago. Thank you keeping it simple and real,

[@jimlester5003]

I finally got one! I have the IP duo nova 8 quart. Yesterday I made boston baked beans with onions and bacon. It took much longer to cook the beans than I thought. Learning curve. I also made country ribs. The ones with bones were falling apart. Thank you for your videos. You are an inspiration. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family!

[@rhaewynsmom]

I tried this recipe today using vegetable broth, New York extra sharp cheddar, heavy cream, and half a cup of mozzarella.... Amazing! It tastes so creamy. Thank you for sharing! I have made pasta before but I would make a rue in a separate pan and make a bechamel sauce base with cheese. This was great to just use one pot!

[@lindarebello9196]

My IP stayed in the box for months. It didn't come with a manual. You tube saved me. I love how tender meat comes out. I had missed my old pressure cooker from the 80's. Love my IP. ❤

[@guardianminifarm8005]

Got mine. Opened the first day, did the water test and watched some instruction videos. Started using it the next day and have used it everyday since. Awesome cooker! I do not like the texture of chicken cooked in a crock pot, but I absolutely love it in the instant pot. Recipes that took 4 hours in the oven take one hour in the IP and that is with the meat frozen. Love it, love it, love it!!!❤️🥰

[@chippythesquirrel8945]

I love my instant pot! I think I watched your videos for a week or so before I got brave enough to order one, now I wouldn't be without one. I make carnitas, stews, soups, all kinds of yummy things with it and I don't have to babysit it. Which is amazing for someone who can't stand very long anymore bc of an injury. It's been a huge blessing

[@AliesjaFoster]

Thank you so much!! I have been watching your videos for a month now and have used my instant pot 3 times. So easy and delicious.

[@jamesgoacher1606]

I am not new to the IP. Had mine four 2-3 years, but you can never get to much advice. I have avoided Macoroni Cheese before but that demo looks so easy that I may try it out and if I do not like it (as I think I may not) I will not have wasted too much. Thank you.

[@kelseybarron1749]

I've already watched a couple of your IP videos since last night! I just got mine on Saturday and used it last night! I made chicken alfredo in it. I was shocked of how easy it was to use it and the food turned out pretty good! I only had one pot to clean up!! I did burn my noodles, the IP starting screaming at me "BURN FOOD" on the screen. Wasn't sure what to do there. But for a first time Instant Pot'er, I was impressed! Thanks for your videos!!

[@jilly8372]

This recipe feeds a lot of little kids! So yummy!

[@tucketgirl]

Yes! I got the Chewbacca instant pot from my daughter for Christmas and have used it twice already....love it!

[@transplantking]

I love listening to you say button! 🙂 Got my pot this morning. Made hard boiled eggs this afternoon, and making your mac n cheese for dinner tonight.

[@trishfowl1]

I have used mine a few times for beans and fresh greens,. Mashed potatoes and chicken, all turned out Great. Looking forward to your recipes

[@christiensgarden3325]

Got it for Xmas last year.. used once for rice... took a year to realize it’s capabilities.. use it everyday now! Thanks for all the help... I watch you and lemonade mom

[@trishwfulton6981]

I got my IP Max on Saturday. Today is Monday, 23/12 and I haven’t used it yet but I have shopped for the first meal that I’m planning to make in it - pot roast. In the meantime I’ve been watching videos on how to use it. They’re very helpful. Thank you!

[@robinmaye]

Couldn't wait to use mine when I got it for Christmas. Already made beef stew and going to get some of the extra pan inserts for cheesecake and one so i can do the potatoes and meatloaf at the same time. I don't think I will ever put the pot away. Loved how quick it cooked the stew. Can't wait to try other things in it.

[@pattikimler1331]

I got my instant pot on Amazon Prime day, and I use it every week. I make rice to add to my dogs food, I make ziti with sauce and ground beef, and I have made navy bean soup and quinoa, which cooks in 1 minute and turns out perfect. I love it and will continue to gradually branch out and make more complicated things. I watch your videos every week.

[@Jaydit7]

I grew up using my Mom's stovetop pressure cooker (aka The Beast) so the Instant Pot was a welcome relief. I opened mine as soon as I got it (maybe 4 years ago) did the water test first, then BBQ Chicken Drumsticks, for dinner. I use my IP weekly, for cooking dried beans and making stocks usually, and bless the darn thing every day!. I love your IP videos, Kristen....keep on doing.

[@saylireyes2391]

Just got mine for Valentine's day and I've used it 3 times already! I did 1 of your recipes, can't remember what you called it but my family loved it. Ingredients: 4 chicken thighs 4 chicken drumsticks Honey Soy sauce Ketchup Minced garlic Red pepper flakes Thanks for your videos!😁🤗

[@notjustbbqcookin8011]

I have had my instant pot for a year. Used it twice, I did not like it and it has been put away since. Watching your channel has helped me understand cooking with it better then any cookbook I have purchased for it. Thank you and I am pulling it out again to try again with one of your recipes this weekend.