Pressure Cooker Spaghetti Sauce Fresh Tomatoes
Spaghetti is a classic dish that is enjoyed by many people around the world. Making spaghetti sauce from scratch can be a fun and rewarding experience. While it may seem like a daunting task, using a pressure cooker can make the process much easier and faster. In this article, we will teach you how to make spaghetti sauce using fresh tomatoes and a pressure cooker.
Ingredients
Before we get started, let's gather all the ingredients we need. For this recipe, you will need:
- 6-8 large tomatoes, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of pepper
- 1 teaspoon of sugar
- 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon of dried basil
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions
Now that we have all the ingredients, let's get cooking!
- Turn on your pressure cooker and select the sauté function. Add the olive oil and onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Add the garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Add the diced tomatoes, salt, pepper, sugar, oregano, basil, and bay leaf. Stir everything together.
- Close the lid of the pressure cooker and set it to cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
- Once the timer goes off, carefully release the pressure using the quick release method.
- Open the lid and use an immersion blender to puree the sauce until it is smooth.
- If you don't have an immersion blender, you can transfer the sauce to a blender and puree it in batches.
- Once the sauce is pureed, turn on the sauté function again and let the sauce cook for an additional 10-15 minutes until it thickens to your desired consistency.
- Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as necessary.
- Serve the sauce over your favorite pasta and enjoy!
Tips
Here are a few tips to help you make the perfect spaghetti sauce:
- Use ripe, juicy tomatoes for the best flavor.
- Don't skip the bay leaf - it adds a great depth of flavor to the sauce.
- If you don't have a pressure cooker, you can make this sauce on the stovetop. Simmer the sauce for 1-2 hours until it thickens.
- If you have leftover sauce, you can freeze it for later use.
Conclusion
Making spaghetti sauce from scratch is a great way to elevate your pasta game. Using a pressure cooker makes the process quick and easy, and the end result is a flavorful sauce that is sure to impress. Give this recipe a try and let us know what you think!