Instant Pot Recipe For Spaghetti Sauce
Spaghetti sauce is one of the most popular and versatile sauces in the world, and it is loved by everyone, from kids to adults. It’s also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, and it’s easy to make in your Instant Pot. In this article, we'll show you how to make a delicious and healthy spaghetti sauce using an Instant Pot. Let's get started!
Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you will need to make this delicious spaghetti sauce:
- 1 pound of ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 can of diced tomatoes (14.5 ounces)
- 1 can of tomato sauce (15 ounces)
- 1 can of tomato paste (6 ounces)
- 1 teaspoon of dried basil
- 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to make the perfect spaghetti sauce in your Instant Pot:
- Turn your Instant Pot on and set it to sauté mode. Add the olive oil and let it heat up for a minute.
- Add the ground beef or turkey to the Instant Pot and cook it until it is browned. This should take about 5 minutes.
- Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and chopped green bell pepper to the Instant Pot. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the can of diced tomatoes, the can of tomato sauce, and the can of tomato paste to the Instant Pot. Stir everything together until it is well combined.
- Add the dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the Instant Pot. Stir everything together again.
- Close the lid of the Instant Pot and make sure the pressure valve is set to sealing. Set the Instant Pot to manual mode and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
- When the cooking time is up, let the Instant Pot naturally release pressure for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
- Open the lid of the Instant Pot and give the spaghetti sauce a good stir. Serve over your favorite pasta and enjoy!
Tips
Here are some tips to help you make the perfect spaghetti sauce in your Instant Pot:
- If you want a thicker sauce, add more tomato paste.
- If you want a thinner sauce, add more tomato sauce or diced tomatoes.
- You can add other vegetables to your spaghetti sauce, such as mushrooms, zucchini, or carrots.
- If you want a spicier sauce, add some red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper.
- Leftover spaghetti sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Conclusion
Making spaghetti sauce in your Instant Pot is easy and delicious. You can customize the recipe to your liking by adding your favorite vegetables or spices. This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or for meal prepping. Try it out and let us know what you think!