Creamiest Mac and Cheese

This ultra-creamy mac and cheese is made by cooking the pasta in a savory broth, then finishing it with melted cheddar, mozzarella, and milk for a rich, smooth sauce.
Cuisine: American
Course: Kid Friendly, Main Dishes, Side Dishes
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Prep Time 7 minutes
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Total Time 17 minutes
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Servings 6
Skillet of baked mac and cheese topped with seasoning, with two forks beside it

Ingredients:

Macaroni

  • 2 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)
  • 4 cups chicken broth or stock
  • 2 - 1/2 Tbsp Prairie Farms Butter
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1-1/2 cup Prairie Farms Whole Vitamin D Milk

Topping

  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs
  • 1 Tbsp melted Prairie Farms Butter

Directions:

  • Add macaroni, broth, salt, pepper, garlic powder and butter to instant pot. Set high for 5 minutes.
  • Quick release and open once unlocked, be sure to use potholder when releasing.
  • Slowly stir in cheeses and milk.
  • Turn broiler on. Place in casserole dish.
  • Mix toppings together and sprinkle over top casserole dish.
  • Finish in broiler for 2 to 5 minutes to brown top.

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