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Spaghetti And Meat Sauce Instant Pot

Are you looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe that your family will love? Look no further than spaghetti and meat sauce made in an Instant Pot. Not only is it delicious, but it can be made in no time at all. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you don't have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen.

Ingredients

Before we get started, let's gather all the necessary ingredients:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Now that we have our ingredients, we can get started on making the spaghetti and meat sauce.

Instructions

Follow these simple steps to make spaghetti and meat sauce in your Instant Pot:

  1. Press the "Saute" button on your Instant Pot and add the ground beef. Cook until browned, stirring frequently.
  2. Ground Beef In Instant Pot
  3. Add the onion and garlic to the Instant Pot and cook until the onion is translucent.
  4. Onions And Garlic In Instant Pot
  5. Add the dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to the Instant Pot and stir to combine.
  6. Spices In Instant Pot
  7. Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and water to the Instant Pot and stir to combine.
  8. Tomatoes In Instant Pot
  9. Break the spaghetti in half and add it to the Instant Pot, making sure it is completely covered by the liquid.
  10. Spaghetti In Instant Pot
  11. Close the Instant Pot lid and turn the valve to the "Sealing" position. Press the "Manual" button and set the timer for 8 minutes.
  12. Instant Pot Lid
  13. Once the timer goes off, carefully turn the valve to the "Venting" position to release the pressure. Once the pressure has fully released, carefully open the Instant Pot lid.
  14. Instant Pot Release Valve
  15. Stir the spaghetti and meat sauce, making sure to break up any clumps of spaghetti.
  16. Spaghetti And Meat Sauce In Instant Pot
  17. Serve the spaghetti and meat sauce with grated Parmesan cheese on top.
  18. Parmesan Cheese

Why Use an Instant Pot?

The Instant Pot is a popular kitchen appliance that has taken the world by storm. It is a multi-cooker that can be used to cook a variety of different dishes. One of the main benefits of using an Instant Pot is that it cooks food quickly. In the case of spaghetti and meat sauce, it can be cooked in just 8 minutes. This is a huge time saver compared to traditional methods of cooking spaghetti and meat sauce.

Another benefit of using an Instant Pot is that it is very easy to use. Simply add all the ingredients to the pot, set the timer, and let it do its thing. There is no need to stir or watch over the pot as it cooks. This makes it perfect for busy families who don't have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen.

Conclusion

Spaghetti and meat sauce made in an Instant Pot is a delicious and easy dinner that your family will love. With just a few simple ingredients and the help of your Instant Pot, you can have dinner on the table in no time. So why not give it a try and see for yourself how easy and delicious it can be?

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