Creamy Instant Pot Mac and Cheese

INGREDIENTS

1 lb

elbow macaroni (dry)

4 tbsp

butter (unsalted)

4 1/2 cups

cups water

1 tsp

dry mustard

1/2 tsp

thyme

1/4 tsp

ground black pepper

1/4 tsp

kosher salt

1/2 tsp

garlic powder

1/4 tsp

red pepper flakes (optional)

4 oz

cream cheese (softened and cubed)

1 cup

milk (warm)

1/2 cup

heavy whipping cream (warm)

2 cups

cheddar cheese (shredded)

1 cup

parmesan (shredded)

slices thick cut cooked bacon (optional)