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Instant pot Marinara Pasta with herbs.

Instant Pot Marinara Pasta

Angela Milnes
This Instant Pot Spicy Marinara Sauce is a quick and flavorful way to add a kick to your favorite pasta dishes! With rich tomatoes, garlic, and a perfect touch of heat, this sauce is ready in no time, thanks to the Instant Pot. It's a great go-to for when you want bold, homemade flavor with minimal effort. Perfect for pasta nights or as a base for other Italian dishes!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 429 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
  • ½ Teaspoon Salt
  • 1 Teaspoon Fresh Garlic Minced
  • 1 Tablespoon Italian Seasoning
  • 12 oz. Spaghetti Noodles
  • 2 Can Diced Tomatoes
  • 1 Can Tomato Sauce
  • 3 Cups Warm Water
  • 2 tablespoons Basil Fresh herbs are the best
  • 4 Cups Water
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Pepper Flakes Optional for a spicy kick

Instructions
 

  • Turn the Instant Pot on and press saute. Add oil
  • Add canned tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes to your inner pot. Stir to combine.
  • Saute for 5 minutes.
  • Add your spaghetti noodles in half and layer them over the sauce. Add your 4 cups of water to the InstantPot.
  • Close the Instant Pot lid and set your pressure cooker to sealing. Pressure cook on high pressure for 8 minutes.
  • When cooking is complete, hit cancel and do a quick release on the Instant Pot. Stir the spaghetti. The recipe will thicken as it cools.
  • Garnish your finished sauce with parmesan cheese. Serve with a baguette or slice of crusty bread.

Notes

  • Control Ingredients: Making homemade marinara sauce beats store-bought sauce every time! You get to control the ingredients, which means you can make your marinara sauce as healthy or decadent as you'd like.
  • Infuse Herbs: Add depth and freshness to your marinara sauce by incorporating fresh herbs. Towards the end of the cooking process, stir in a handful of chopped fresh basil, oregano, or parsley. The natural oils and flavors from these herbs will infuse into the sauce, providing a burst of aromatic and vibrant taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 429kcalCarbohydrates: 82gProtein: 15gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 1152mgPotassium: 1114mgFiber: 8gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 1199IUVitamin C: 32mgCalcium: 144mgIron: 5mg
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