Instant Pot Basic Marinara Sauce Recipe

Learn how to make a flavorful and versatile marinara sauce using your Instant Pot. This homemade marinara is quick, easy, and perfect for adding to pasta, pizza, or as a dipping sauce. With just a handful of ingredients and the convenience of the Instant Pot, you can have a delicious marinara sauce ready in no time. This recipe is a game-changer for busy weeknights or when you want to impress your guests with a homemade sauce.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, finely diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (14 ounces) tomato sauce
• 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

1. Press the 'Saute' function on the Instant Pot and heat the olive oil.
2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, saute for 2-3 minutes or until the onion becomes translucent.
3. Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and tomato paste to the Instant Pot.
4. Stir in the dried basil, dried oregano, sugar, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
5. Cancel the 'Saute' function and secure the lid on the Instant Pot.
6. Select the 'Manual' or 'Pressure Cook' setting and set the timer for 10 minutes.
7. Once the timer goes off, allow the Instant Pot to naturally release the pressure for 5 minutes, then perform a quick release.
8. Carefully remove the lid and stir the marinara sauce.
9. Serve the marinara sauce immediately or let it cool and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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