Instant Pot Spaghetti Sauce With Meatballs
If you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, you can't go wrong with spaghetti and meatballs. But instead of spending hours cooking the sauce on the stove, why not try making it in an Instant Pot? This recipe is not only super simple to make, but it's also packed with flavor. So grab your Instant Pot and let's get cooking!
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (28 ounces each) crushed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pound spaghetti
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, Parmesan cheese, chopped onion, egg, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes. Mix well.
- Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 1/2 inches each.
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, fresh basil, fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
- Add the meatballs to the sauce, making sure they are evenly distributed.
- Close the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to sealing. Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
- Once the cooking time is up, do a quick pressure release by turning the valve to venting. Be careful of the hot steam.
- Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions.
- Serve the sauce and meatballs over the cooked spaghetti.
Tips
- If you don't have an Instant Pot, you can still make this recipe on the stove. Simply follow the instructions for making the sauce and meatballs in a large pot, and simmer on low heat for 30-40 minutes.
- You can use ground turkey or chicken instead of ground beef if you prefer.
- To make this recipe even faster, you can use frozen meatballs instead of making them from scratch.
- If you like your spaghetti sauce a little spicier, add more red pepper flakes to taste.
Conclusion
This Instant Pot spaghetti sauce with meatballs recipe is a game-changer for busy weeknights. It's easy to make, packed with flavor, and sure to become a family favorite. Plus, it's a great way to use up any leftover ground beef you may have in the fridge. So next time you're in the mood for spaghetti and meatballs, give this recipe a try!
