How to Make Bolognese Meat Sauce in Instant Pot® - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a hearty and delicious meal that's quick and easy to make, look no further than Bolognese Meat Sauce in Instant Pot®. This classic Italian dish is a favorite among many, and now you can create it in a fraction of the time with the help of your Instant Pot®. This recipe is a game-changer for busy weeknights, allowing you to enjoy a homemade Bolognese sauce without spending hours in the kitchen.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 carrot, chopped
  • 1 stalk celery, chopped
  • 1 (16 ounce) package ground beef
  • ½ pound ground pork
  • ½ cup red wine
  • 1 cup passata (crushed tomatoes)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup whole milk

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 32 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 52 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add olive oil, onion, carrot, and celery. Cook and stir until vegetables start softening, about 5 minutes. Add ground beef and pork; cook until meat is no longer pink and juices evaporate, about 7 minutes. Pour in wine; cook until liquid evaporates, 10 to 15 minutes. Add passata, tomato paste, salt, and pepper.
  • Close and lock the lid. Set Instant Pot® on Pressure Cook function; select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions. Set timer for 1 hour. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove lid. Add milk; stir until absorbed into the sauce.
  • Nutrition

    335 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 73mg
    • Sodium: 207mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 21g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 62mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 555mg