The Best Instant Pot Mac and Cheese

INGREDIENTS

4 cups

water

3 1/2 cups

macaroni (a little less than 1 lb*)

2 tsp

sea or Kosher salt

4 tbsp

butter (I use unsalted) cut into tablespoons

1/2 tsp

dry mustard

1/4 tsp

paprika

cayenne (optional)

4 cups

sharp cheddar cheese, grated or 1 lb

1/4 cup

water, milk or half and half as needed*

salt and pepper