Instant Pot Fresh Tomato Spaghetti Sauce
Spaghetti is a classic dish that everyone loves. It's quick, easy, and delicious. However, sometimes it can be a bit boring to have the same old spaghetti with the same old sauce. That's where this Instant Pot Fresh Tomato Spaghetti Sauce comes in. It's a fresh and flavorful twist on traditional spaghetti sauce that will leave you wanting more.
Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you'll need to make this Instant Pot Fresh Tomato Spaghetti Sauce:
- 4-5 large fresh tomatoes, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
These ingredients are all easy to find at your local grocery store or farmer's market. Make sure to use fresh tomatoes for the best flavor.
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to make this Instant Pot Fresh Tomato Spaghetti Sauce:
- Turn on the Instant Pot and select the sauté function. Add the olive oil, onion, and garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion is soft.
- Add the diced tomatoes, basil, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the Instant Pot. Stir to combine.
- Add the chicken or vegetable broth to the Instant Pot and stir again.
- Close the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to sealing. Select the manual or pressure cook function and set the timer for 10 minutes.
- When the timer goes off, use the quick release method to release the pressure from the Instant Pot.
- Open the Instant Pot lid and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it's melted and well combined.
- Use an immersion blender to blend the sauce until it's smooth. If you don't have an immersion blender, you can transfer the sauce to a blender and blend it in batches.
- Let the sauce cool for a few minutes before serving over your favorite cooked spaghetti noodles.
This recipe makes enough sauce for about 4-6 servings of spaghetti.
Benefits of Using an Instant Pot
Using an Instant Pot to make this fresh tomato spaghetti sauce has several benefits. First of all, it's quick and easy. The Instant Pot cooks the sauce in just 10 minutes, which is much faster than traditional stovetop cooking. Second, the Instant Pot helps to retain the nutrients and flavors of the fresh tomatoes, making the sauce healthier and more flavorful. Finally, the Instant Pot is a versatile kitchen appliance that can be used for a variety of other recipes, making it a great investment for any home cook.
Conclusion
This Instant Pot Fresh Tomato Spaghetti Sauce is a delicious and easy way to add some fresh flavor to your classic spaghetti dish. With just a few simple ingredients and an Instant Pot, you can have a healthy and flavorful sauce that everyone will love. Give it a try and see how easy and delicious it can be!