Instant Pot Spaghetti
Ingredients
- 1 Pound Lean Ground Beef
OR ITALIAN SAUSAGE
- Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Italian Seasoning, OR MORE TO TASTE1/2 Teaspoon EACH Salt
- 1 Pound Spaghetti Noodles
- 1 Jar Spaghetti Sauce
24 Ounce
- 36 Ounces Water
1 1/2 Jars
- 1 Can Diced Tomatoes
14.5 Ounce
Directions
- 1
Set the Instant Pot to saute' and add the ground beef. Add the salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasonings. Cook the meat and seasonings, breaking the meat up until it's completely browned. Turn the Instant Pot off. Drain any excess grease from meat if necessary.
- 2
Break the spaghetti in half and place on top of meat in the Instant Pot. Pour over the spaghetti sauce, diced tomato, and water. Push the spaghetti down with a spoon if necessary to make sure it is completely covered in liquid.
- 3
Seal the instant pot and set it to manual mode, high pressure, 8 minutes cooking time. When the time is up, use manual quick release to open the Instant Pot. Stir the spaghetti well. Serve immediately.
Instant Pot Spaghetti
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About this Recipe
Craving a comforting bowl of spaghetti and meat sauce, but short on time? This Instant Pot Spaghetti recipe is your weeknight hero, delivering rich, satisfying flavors with incredible ease.
Why This Recipe Works
The magic of this recipe lies in its one-pot approach, transforming classic spaghetti into a surprisingly simple dish. The Instant Pot cooks the pasta and sauce together, allowing the noodles to absorb all the savory goodness, resulting in deeply flavored spaghetti that’s anything but bland. It’s a smart way to enjoy a hearty meal with minimal cleanup.
What to Expect
Prepare for tender spaghetti thoroughly coated in a robust, savory meat sauce. You'll find the lean ground beef, or flavorful Italian sausage, wonderfully melded with the bright diced tomatoes and rich spaghetti sauce, creating a deeply satisfying texture and taste. Every forkful offers that familiar, home-cooked comfort, making it a perfect meal for a hungry family. Despite its quick preparation, this dish truly tastes like it simmered for hours.
Customization & Variations
This Instant Pot Spaghetti is wonderfully versatile. Easily swap the lean ground beef for Italian sausage to introduce a more pronounced, often spicier, flavor profile. If you prefer a smoother sauce, feel free to use tomato sauce in place of the diced tomatoes. Don't be shy about adjusting the salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning to suit your personal taste preferences, ensuring every bite is exactly how you like it.
Serving & Context
This hearty spaghetti is a complete and satisfying meal on its own, making it ideal for busy weeknights. Serve it alongside a crisp green salad and some warm, crusty bread to round out your dinner.