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Instant Pot Spaghetti Sauce Frozen Beef

Spaghetti is a classic dish that everyone loves. It's easy to make, and you can customize it to your liking. But what if you don't have much time to cook? What if you have frozen beef that you need to use up? Don't worry, you can still make a delicious spaghetti sauce with your Instant Pot. In this article, we'll show you how to make Instant Pot spaghetti sauce with frozen beef.

Ingredients

Here are the ingredients you'll need:

  • 1 pound of frozen ground beef
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 can of crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can of tomato sauce
  • 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon of sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 pound of spaghetti
  • Water
  • Olive oil
Ingredients For Instant Pot Spaghetti Sauce

Instructions

Follow these easy steps to make your Instant Pot spaghetti sauce:

  1. Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode and add a tablespoon of olive oil.
  2. Sauté On Instant Pot
  3. Add the diced onion and minced garlic and cook until the onion is translucent.
  4. Onion And Garlic On Instant Pot
  5. Add the frozen ground beef and cook until it's browned.
  6. Ground Beef On Instant Pot
  7. Add the can of crushed tomatoes, can of tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, sugar, salt, and pepper.
  8. Tomatoes And Seasoning On Instant Pot
  9. Close the Instant Pot and set it to manual mode for 10 minutes.
  10. Manual Mode On Instant Pot
  11. Release the pressure manually and open the Instant Pot.
  12. Open Instant Pot
  13. Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode again and add water to the sauce until it reaches your desired consistency.
  14. Sauce On Instant Pot
  15. While the sauce is simmering, cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions.
  16. Cooking Spaghetti
  17. Once the spaghetti is cooked, drain it and add it to the sauce.
  18. Spaghetti In Sauce
  19. Mix everything together and let it cook for a few minutes until the spaghetti is coated in the sauce.
  20. Spaghetti With Sauce
  21. Serve and enjoy!

Why Use Frozen Beef?

Using frozen beef in this recipe is a great way to save time and money. You don't have to worry about thawing the beef beforehand, which can take hours. Plus, frozen beef is often cheaper than fresh beef. Just make sure to break up the beef into smaller pieces before adding it to the Instant Pot.

Tips for Making the Best Instant Pot Spaghetti Sauce

Here are a few tips to help you make the best Instant Pot spaghetti sauce:

  • Use a can of crushed tomatoes and a can of tomato sauce for a thicker sauce.
  • Add water to the sauce until it reaches your desired consistency.
  • Don't forget to season the sauce with Italian seasoning, sugar, salt, and pepper.
  • Cook the spaghetti separately and add it to the sauce at the end.
  • Let the spaghetti cook in the sauce for a few minutes to absorb the flavors.

Conclusion

Instant Pot spaghetti sauce with frozen beef is a quick and easy recipe that you can make in no time. With just a few simple ingredients and your Instant Pot, you can have a delicious meal that everyone will love. So why not give it a try?

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