Easy Greek Yogurt Macaroni and Cheese
Make a healthy side dish for any meal in the pressure cooker with this easy macaroni and cheese recipe.
Prep time: 2 minutes
Cooking time: 2 minutes
Serves: 8
Ingredients
3 cups water for pressure cooker
4 tsp. butter, unsalted
1¾ cup whole wheat pasta
1 1/3 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
1 1/3 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt, 2%
2 cups diced and sautéed bell peppers (optional)
Instructions
- Turn the pressure cooker on to sauté and melt the butter in the bottom.
- Add the whole wheat macaroni and fill with 3 cups of water.
- Close and lock the lid and turn the valve to sealing.
- Select “pressure cook” and set time for 2 minutes.
- When the cook time is up, quick release the pressure and remove the lid once it is safe to remove.
- Drain any remaining water from the noodles, but do not rinse.
- Stir in the cheese and Greek yogurt until evenly mixed. If using peppers, stir them in.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts (per Serving): Calories: 278kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 224mg | Potassium: 100mg | Sugar: 1g
Related: Healthy Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast
Reference: “Ludlum, Becca. Instant Pot Macaroni and Cheese.” My Crazy Good Life, 7 Feb., https://mycrazygoodlife.com/instant-pot-macaroni-and-cheese/.