Instant Pot Tomato and Beef Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning blend
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in the Instant Pot on the sauté setting.
2. Add the ground beef and onion and cook until the beef is browned, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
4. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, sugar, salt, and pepper.
5. Cover and lock the lid and set the Instant Pot to the “Soup” setting for 30 minutes.
6. Once the cooking time is up, quick release the pressure and open the Instant Pot.
7. Stir in the parmesan cheese and parsley and serve over your favorite pasta.

Interesting Facts

• This Instant Pot tomato and beef sauce is a quick and easy dinner that will be ready in under an hour.
• The Italian seasoning blend adds a unique flavor to the sauce.
• Adding fresh parsley at the end of cooking adds a bright, fresh flavor.
• This sauce can be served over pasta, rice, or even mashed potatoes.