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    January 24, 2023 ☆ 15 min recipes

    How To Make The Best Instant Pot Spaghetti

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    Making instant pot spaghetti is a quick and easy way to enjoy a delicious meal. Not only is cooking spaghetti in an instant pot healthier than using traditional methods, but it is also faster and easier, making it a great option for beginners.

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    Cooking spaghetti in an instant pot is a healthy, fast, and easy way to enjoy a delicious meal.

    If you're looking for a quick and easy dinner option, try making instant pot spaghetti. It's a healthy and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.

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    • One Pot Baby!
    • Nutritional Advantages
    • A Real Time Saver!
    • To make instant pot spaghetti, you will need the following ingredients:
    • How To Make Instant Pot Spaghetti:
    • Is an instant pot good for beginners?
    • How To Make The Best Instant Pot Spaghetti
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    One Pot Baby!

    One of the best things about cooking instant pot spaghetti is that it is a one-pot meal. This means that you can cook the spaghetti, sauce, and even the meat all in the same pot, which saves on clean-up time. Plus, the instant pot helps retain the nutrients in the food, so you can enjoy a healthy and satisfying meal.

    Nutritional Advantages

    Cooking spaghetti in an instant pot is healthier because it uses less water and preserves more of the nutrients in the spaghetti. Traditional methods of cooking spaghetti involve boiling the noodles in a large pot of water, which can cause the noodles to lose some of their nutrients.

    A Real Time Saver!

    In addition to being healthier, cooking spaghetti in an instant pot is also faster than using traditional methods. When cooking spaghetti on the stovetop, it can take up to 10-15 minutes for the water to come to a boil, and an additional 7-10 minutes for the noodles to cook. With an instant pot, you can cook spaghetti in as little as 8-10 minutes.

    To make instant pot spaghetti, you will need the following ingredients:

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    • Dry Thin Spaghetti
    • Water
    • Onion Powder
    • Garlic Powder
    • Salt
    • Pepper
    • Marinara Sauce
    • Grated Parmesan Cheese & Fresh Basil *optional toppings*
    two black bowls of spaghetti

    How To Make Instant Pot Spaghetti:

    First, gather all of your ingredients. You will need spaghetti, tomato sauce, and seasonings.

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    In your Instant Pot add in ½ cup of water, the marinara sauce, & seasonings. Mix well.

    breaking noodles into instant pot

    Take your dry spaghetti & break the noodles in half, then layer them in the Instant Pot.

    filling marinara sauce jar with water

    Fill the marinara sauce jar with the remainder of the water & shake. Pour the water into the Instant pot & stir coating the noodles.

    spoon holding spaghetti above instant pot

    Seal the Instant Pot & set to cook on HIGH pressure for 8 minutes. It should take the Instant pot about 12 minutes to come to pressure.

    As you can see, cooking spaghetti in an instant pot is incredibly easy and only takes about 15 minutes. It is also a healthy option because the instant pot helps retain the nutrients in the food. Plus, it is a one-pot meal, which saves on clean-up time!

    Is an instant pot good for beginners?

    Absolutely! Instant pot spaghetti is a great option for beginners because it is quick, easy, and requires minimal effort. The instant pot does all the work for you, so all you have to do is add the ingredients and let it cook. Plus, the instant pot makes clean-up a breeze, with just one pot to wash instead of multiple pots and pans.

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    Making instant pot spaghetti is a quick and easy way to enjoy a delicious meal that is perfect for beginners!

    • Total Time: 11 minutes
    • Yield: 2-3 Bowls 1x

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 8 oz Dry Thin Spaghetti
    • 1 (15 oz) jar of Marinara Sauce
    • 1 tsp Salt
    • 1 tsp Onion Powder
    • ½ tsp Garlic Powder
    • 1 ½ cups Water

    Optional For Serving:

    • Grated Parmesan
    • Fresh Basil

     

     

    Instructions

    1. In your Instant Pot add in ½ cup of water, the marinara sauce, & seasonings. Mix well.
    2. Take your dry spaghetti & break the noodles in half, then layer them in the Instant Pot.
    3. Fill the marinara sauce jar with the remainder of the water & shake. Pour the water into the Instant pot & stir coating the noodles.
    4. Seal the Instant Pot & set to cook on HIGH pressure for 8 minutes. It should take the Instant pot about 12 minutes to come to pressure.
    5. Serve & enjoy! 
    • Author: dinnercult
    • Prep Time: 3 minutes
    • Cook Time: 8 minutes
    • Category: 15 minute recipes
    • Method: Instant Pot
    • Cuisine: Italian

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