Instant Pot Beef Bolognese Recipe
Description
This instant pot beef bolognese is the perfect dish for a cozy weeknight dinner. It is a savory, hearty and tasty dish that is sure to please the whole family. This delicious bolognese recipe is made with ground beef, onions, carrots, celery, garlic, tomatoes, red wine and a few herbs. It is simmered in the instant pot for a few minutes until the sauce thickens and the beef is tender. Serve it over your favorite pasta for a comforting meal that is sure to satisfy.
Prep Time
This instant pot beef bolognese recipe is easy to make and requires minimal prep time. You will need to gather all the ingredients and dice the vegetables. Then, you will need to brown the beef and sauté the vegetables before adding the remaining ingredients and pressure cooking. All in all, the prep time for this dish should take about 15-20 minutes.
Cook Time
This instant pot beef bolognese recipe cooks in a matter of minutes. Once all the ingredients are added to the instant pot, you will need to pressure cook it on high pressure for 10 minutes. Then, you will need to do a quick release before adding the final touches. All in all, the cook time should take about 15-20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup dry red wine
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Begin by setting the instant pot to ‘saute’ function and heating the olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the ground beef and cook until browned. Add the diced onion, carrots, celery and garlic and cook, stirring often, until the vegetables are softened. Drain any excess fat and add the crushed tomatoes, red wine and Italian seasoning. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Secure the lid and set the instant pot to ‘high pressure’ function. Set the timer to 10 minutes. When the timer is up, do a quick release of the pressure and open the lid. The sauce should have thickened and the beef should be tender. Adjust the seasoning, if needed.
Serve the instant pot beef bolognese over your favorite pasta, garnished with fresh basil, if desired. Enjoy!
Equipment
- Instant pot
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Wooden spoon
Notes
This instant pot beef bolognese can be served over your favorite pasta. You can also try it over cooked polenta, mashed potatoes or even roasted veggies. You can also top it with freshly grated cheese, if desired. This recipe can also be doubled or tripled to feed a larger crowd.
Nutrition: Per Serving
Calories: 407 kcal | Carbohydrates: 16.9 g | Protein: 28.2 g | Fat: 23.5 g | Saturated Fat: 8.9 g | Cholesterol: 89.1 mg | Sodium: 400.4 mg | Potassium: 761.4 mg | Fiber: 4.3 g | Sugar: 8.3 g | Vitamin A: 3195 IU | Vitamin C: 19.5 mg | Calcium: 77.5 mg | Iron: 4.7 mg
Recipe Tips
- If you want a richer flavor, try adding a tablespoon of tomato paste to the sauce.
- You can also add a splash of heavy cream to the sauce for a creamy, rich flavor.
- If you want to add some heat, try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- If you don’t have red wine, you can use white wine or even a bit of broth.
- For a vegetarian version, you can substitute the ground beef with crumbled tempeh or cooked lentils.
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