Instant Pot Pasta and Meatballs
Cozy comforting pasta rings and meatballs in tomato sauce.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time20 minutes mins
Total Time35 minutes mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: italian american
Keyword: pasta
Servings: 4
Calories: 514kcal
Sauce
- 1 onion chopped
- 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- 8 ounces pasta of choice
Meatballs
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup panko or breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
In the Instant Pot insert, combine the onion, tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, garlic powder, and salt and pepper. Stir in 1 cup of water then add the pasta on top, without stirring in.
Make the meatballs by combining the beef, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a bowl. Shape the meat into balls and place directly into the pot on top without stirring in.
Cover and cook on high pressure for five minutes. When done, quick release the pressure and carefully open the Instant Pot.
Stir and turn on sauté mode to reduce the sauce if needed. Taste and season. Enjoy!
Calories: 514kcal | Carbohydrates: 59.7g | Protein: 44.7g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4.3g | Cholesterol: 147mg | Sodium: 703mg | Potassium: 750mg | Fiber: 5.8g | Sugar: 10.1g