Pampered Chef Quick Cooker Spaghetti And Meatballs
Are you looking for a delicious and easy meal to make in the Pampered Chef Quick Cooker? Look no further than spaghetti and meatballs! This classic dish is a favorite among both kids and adults, and with the Quick Cooker, it can be ready in just a fraction of the time it would take to cook on the stove. Here's everything you need to know to make Pampered Chef Quick Cooker spaghetti and meatballs.
Ingredients
To make spaghetti and meatballs in the Pampered Chef Quick Cooker, you'll need the following ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 jar (24 ounces) spaghetti sauce
- 1 pound spaghetti pasta
- 4 cups water
Optional garnishes:
- Chopped fresh parsley
- Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Here's how to make Pampered Chef Quick Cooker spaghetti and meatballs:
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well with your hands.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter each.
- Pour the spaghetti sauce into the Quick Cooker. Add the meatballs on top of the sauce.
- Break the spaghetti pasta in half and add it to the Quick Cooker, making sure it's submerged in the sauce and water.
- Pour the 4 cups of water over the pasta, making sure it's completely covered.
- Close the Quick Cooker and set the pressure release valve to the "sealing" position. Press the "pressure cook" button and set the timer for 8 minutes.
- Once the timer goes off, carefully release the pressure by turning the pressure release valve to the "venting" position.
- Open the Quick Cooker and stir the spaghetti and meatballs. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Tips
Here are a few tips to keep in mind when making Pampered Chef Quick Cooker spaghetti and meatballs:
- Make sure the spaghetti is completely submerged in the sauce and water before cooking.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can add less water or use a thicker spaghetti sauce.
- If you want to make this dish even easier, you can skip making the meatballs and use pre-made frozen meatballs instead.
- To make this recipe even faster, you can use pre-cooked frozen meatballs instead of making your own.
Conclusion
Pampered Chef Quick Cooker spaghetti and meatballs is a delicious and easy meal that's perfect for busy weeknights. With just a few simple ingredients and the Quick Cooker, you can have a homemade dinner on the table in no time. So why wait? Give this recipe a try today!