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Pressure Cooker Cheesy Beef and Macaroni

Pressure Cooker Cheesy Beef and Macaroni is packed with ground beef, tender macaroni, and a rich, cheesy sauce all prepared in your pressure cooker. Say goodbye to the boxed version and hello to this homemade comfort food classic.
4
30 min
TOTAL TIME
470
CALORIES
$1.37
PER SERVING
Pressure Cooker Cheesy Beef and Macaroni
Directions
8 STEPS
8 min
PREP TIME
22 min
COOK TIME
30 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Set your pressure cooker to Sauté setting and add olive oil, followed by the ground beef, chopped onion, and minced garlic.
2
Cook until the ground beef is browned and the onions are softened, about 6-8 minutes, then press Cancel.
3
Stir in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper, making sure to scrape any bits stuck to the bottom of the pot.
4
Add macaroni, gently pressing it down to be submerged in the liquid. Do not stir.
5
Place the lid on the pressure cooker, ensuring the vent is sealed, and use the manual setting to cook for 4 minutes.
6
Once cooking time is complete, use a quick release and remove the lid.
7
Gently stir the noodles to break up any clumps.
8
Add half and half and shredded sharp cheddar cheese, stirring to combine and allowing the cheese to melt.