How to Make Cheesy Rigatoni in the Instant Pot - A Step-by-Step Guide

Who doesn't love a good pasta dish? And when it's loaded with gooey, melted cheese, it becomes even more irresistible. If you're a fan of comforting, cheesy pasta dishes, then you're going to love this recipe for Cheesy Rigatoni in the Instant Pot. Not only is it incredibly delicious, but it's also super easy to make, thanks to the convenience of using an Instant Pot.

This recipe takes a classic pasta dish and gives it a modern twist with the use of an Instant Pot. The Instant Pot not...

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Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 2 medium onions, finely chopped
  • 4 stalks celery, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 5 ½ cups water
  • 1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
  • 1 (16 ounce) package rigatoni pasta
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Place oil in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function. Add beef, onions, celery, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook and stir until beef is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add water, spaghetti sauce, rigatoni, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper; stir to combine. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 4 minutes. 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 the lid.
  • Stir in Cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup at a time.
  • Nutrition

    668 cal.

    • Total Fat: 32g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 101mg
    • Sodium: 856mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 60g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 36g
    • Vitamin C: 18mg
    • Calcium: 276mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 839mg