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How to make: INSTANT POT SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS

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Spaghetti and Meatballs

Cultural Context

Spaghetti and meatballs is a quintessential Italian-American dish that has become a staple in many households across the United States. It reflects the adaptation of Italian cuisine to American tastes and ingredients, often featuring larger meatballs and a hearty tomato sauce. While its origins can be traced back to Italian immigrants, the dish has evolved into a beloved comfort food, commonly served at family gatherings and celebrations.

Italian-AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 pound Italian style frozen meatballs
8 ounces spaghetti noodles (broken in half)
2 cups water
1 cup beef broth
24 ounce jar of your favorite spaghetti sauce

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often less expensive.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheese blend

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and adds a cheesy flavor, while a cheese blend can be more budget-friendly.

1

Add frozen meatballs to the bottom of a 6-quart Instant Pot electric pressure cooker.

2

Top meatballs with broken spaghetti noodles, spread them out well, otherwise they will stick together while cooking.

3

Pour in water and broth then top with pasta sauce. Don't stir.

4

Cook on manual pressure for 9 minutes then quick release.

5

Remove lid and stir and let sit for a bit to thicken up as it will look soupy at first. Don’t be alarmed! Allow it to sit, with the top off, stirring occasionally and it will slowly begin to thicken.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

6-quart Instant Pot electric pressure cooker

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Spaghetti with Meatballs

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