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Spaghetti bolognese

Instant Pot Spaghetti Bolognese

Instant Pot Spaghetti Bolognese features cooked spaghetti with a flavorful blend of ground beef and pork, simmered to perfection in a tasty tomato sauce.

Note: Made in a 6-qt Instant Pot

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Pressurize Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 469 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
 

  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) cooking oil divided
  • 1 large carrot finely chopped
  • 2 stalks celery finely chopped
  • 1/2 small onion finely chopped
  • 4 ounces (113 g) ground beef
  • 4 ounces (113 g) ground pork
  • 2 cups (473 ml) low sodium chicken stock
  • 3 ounces (85 ml) dry white wine
  • 8 ounces (227 g) dry spaghetti
  • 1 cup (237 ml) tomato sauce tomato passata
  • 1/2 cup (118 ml) whole milk
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Parmesan cheese for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat the Instant Pot on saute mode. Add the cooking oil. Once hot, add the carrot, celery, and onion until softened, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the beef and pork and saute for 8 minutes, breaking it up as it browns.
  • Turn off saute mode.
  • Pour in the white wine and deglaze the pan. Cook for 1 minute to burn off alcohol.
  • Pour in the chicken stock.
  • Break the spaghetti in half and set it over the top of the meat. Try to submerge the pasta in the water, without stirring.
  • Pour the tomato sauce over the top. Do not stir.
  • Secure the lid and set the vent to sealing (if necessary for your model).
  • Set to cook on high pressure for 8 minutes. When the time is up, carefully release the pressure. Remove the lid and stir.
  • Add the milk and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Let rest until the sauce is to your desired thickness.
  • Serve with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • If you prefer not to use wine, replace it with beef or vegetable broth for a non-alcoholic version.
  • If using regular chicken stock, be mindful of the salt content and adjust the additional salt accordingly to prevent the dish from becoming too salty.
  • Give the Bolognese a gentle stir after pressure cooking to ensure the flavors are well distributed and the sauce has a consistent texture.
  • Taste the Bolognese before serving and adjust the seasoning if needed. Remember, you can always add more salt and pepper, but it's challenging to correct an over salted dish.

Nutrition

Calories: 469kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 21gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 44mgSodium: 389mgPotassium: 703mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 2874IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 83mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Ground Beef, Pasta, Pork, Tomatoes
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