Instant Pot Spaghetti

Are you ready for the ultimate comfort food? Nothing beats the rich flavor and delightful bite of Instant Pot Spaghetti! It’s a family favorite that never fails to impress, and is completely a crowd-pleaser on any day of the week. Packed with sumptuous spaghetti strands, an oh-so-delectable secret sauce, flavorsome beef mince, and topped with divine melted cheese���it’s honestly TO DIE FOR! Believe me, you���re gonna be a spaghetti superstar after whipping up this bad boy!

Perfect for quick dinner fixes, family gatherings, or even potluck parties, Instant Pot Spaghetti is your go-to dish! Because who doesn’t love a hearty plate of spaghetti, right? The best part is, it’s sooooo easy to whip up that it practically cooks itself. Trust me, you will be hooked from the first mouthful.

• Prep time: 15 minutes
• Cook time: 8 minutes
• Total time: 23 minutes
• Servings: 4-6
• Yield: 1 Instant Pot (6 Quart)

Alright, folks, grab your Instant Pot, and let’s get cooking this spaghetti to-die-for.

Ingredients & Equipment You’ll Need

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes
• 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
• 1 lb spaghetti
• 4 cups water
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• salt and pepper to taste

Equipment: Instant Pot

The characters that matter the most here are the minced meat, diced tomatoes, and marinara sauce. These provide the flavorsome punch in your spaghetti. Feel free to adjust the seasoning to your liking. You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey for a leaner option, or swap the mozzarella for parmesan if preferred!

How To Make Instant Pot Spaghetti

1. Set your Instant Pot to saut�� mode. Toss in the ground beef, onion, and garlic. Keep stirring until the beef browns nicely, the onion is soft, and garlic fragrant.
2. Add in the tomatoes, marinara sauce, spaghetti, and water. Make sure the spaghetti is submerged in the water.
3. Secure the lid and set your Instant Pot to high pressure for 8 minutes.
4. Once done, allow a natural release for 10 minutes before performing a quick release.
5. Stir the cooked spaghetti and top it with a generous sprinkle of mozzarella. Allow slight melting before serving. Season accordingly with salt and pepper to taste.

Tips For The Best Results

• Break your spaghetti in half for easy cooking and serving.
• Overlap your spaghetti in a crisscross pattern for the best results.
• Try using Italian sausage for a flavor twist!

Storage Tips

• Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use another type of pasta?

A: Of course! Any type of pasta works, but cooking times may slightly vary.

Q: Can I use fresh tomatoes?

A: Yes, but bear in mind, canned tomatoes have their own juice which adds to the flavor and moisture of the sauce.

Q: Can I add in some veggies?

A: Sure, just toss them in with the spaghetti before you close up your Instant Pot.

Q: Can I make it vegetarian?

A: Absolutely, you can skip the ground beef or replace it with a vegetarian alternative.

Q: Can I freeze the leftovers?

A: Yes, its freeze beautifully! Just be sure it’s properly sealed.

Nutritional Facts of Instant Pot Spaghetti

Per serving, this recipe contains about 385 calories, 14g of total fat, 28g of protein, and 39g of carbohydrates.

So that’s it, folks! Your plate of mouth-watering Instant Pot Spaghetti is now ready to cause a sensation at the dinner table. Top it off with some fresh basil and you’re set for a splendid evening. Be prepared though, ’cause you’re gonna need to make this Instant Pot Spaghetti a regular gig. Bon app��tit!