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Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs

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This Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs recipe is a delicious, convenient twist on a traditional Italian family favorite. Make this classic pasta dish easily in your versatile Instant Pot.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 403
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb frozen meatballs homemade or store-bought
  • 8 oz uncooked spaghetti broken in half
  • 24 oz pasta sauce
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp fresh basil for garnish

Method
 

  1. Arrange meatballs in a single layer in pot
  2. Top with layer of halved spaghetti noodles
  3. Drizzle noodles with olive oil to prevent sticking
  4. Pour pasta sauce and water over noodles, ensuring they are fully submerged
  5. Pressure cook on High for 10 minutes
  6. Quick release pressure and open lid carefully
  7. Stir in Parmesan cheese until coated
  8. Garnish with fresh basil
  9. Do Not Stir ingredients together before pressure cooking to prevent burning error messages.

Nutrition

Calories: 403kcal

Notes

  • Quick release pressure after 10 minutes
  • Let pasta rest 5 minutes allowing liquid to absorb
  • Add Italian seasoning, garlic, or red pepper flakes to sauce for extra flavor

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