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Instant Pot Italian Sausage Penne

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PREP TIME
30 min
COOKING TIME
25 min
TOTAL TIME
65 min
SERVINGS
4 servings
Dinner
Instant Pot Italian Sausage Penne
Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup sliced onion
  • 1 cup sliced bell peppers, any color
  • 1 (12 ounce) package Italian-style chicken sausage links, or more to taste, casings removed
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (26 ounce) jar marinara sauce
  • 3 cups water
  • 3 cups chopped fresh spinach, or more to taste
  • 10 ounces penne pasta
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup shredded Italian cheese blend
Instructions
1
Preheat the pressure cooker by turning it on and selecting the Saute mode.
2
Heat a small amount of oil in the pot until it reaches the desired temperature. Add sliced onions and bell peppers to the hot oil; cook for 3-4 minutes, or until they start to soften.
3
Introduce the sausages into the pot and use a spoon to break them up, then continue cooking until they are lightly browned on the outside, taking around 4-5 minutes.
4
Add minced garlic to the pot and sauté for about 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
5
Combine marinara sauce, water, fresh spinach leaves, pasta of your choice, dried basil, and Italian seasoning in the pot. Mix everything together to create a uniform mixture.
6
Switch off the Saute function and close the lid of the pressure cooker, ensuring it is properly locked.
7
Follow the manufacturer's guidelines to set the high-pressure mode and timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10-15 minutes for the pressure to build up.
8
Release the pressure using the natural-release method, allowing it to take 5 minutes.
9
Carefully release any remaining pressure using the quick-release method, taking around 5 minutes.
10
Once the pressure has been released, unlock and remove the lid of the pressure cooker.
11
Add 1/2 cup of shredded Italian cheese to the pot and stir until it is fully incorporated.
12
Serve the pasta dish hot, with additional shredded cheese sprinkled on top for a delicious finish.