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Instant Pot Pasta and Meatballs

Cozy comforting pasta rings and meatballs in tomato sauce.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: italian american
Keyword: pasta
Servings: 4
Calories: 514kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  • 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.
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  • 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.
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  • Cover and cook on high pressure for five minutes. When done, quick release the pressure and carefully open the Instant Pot.
    You're only 10 minutes away from the best pasta and meatballs you've ever made with this super easy one-pot instant pot pasta and meatballs recipe.
  • Stir and turn on sauté mode to reduce the sauce if needed. Taste and season. Enjoy!
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Nutrition

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