Cheesy Rigatoni in the Instant Pot®

For a no-fuss meal the whole family will love, serve up this super cheesy Instant Pot® pasta with a hearty meat sauce.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 668 Calories

Ingredients

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

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

Stir in Cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup at a time.