Instant Pot Bolognese

This Instant Pot Bolognese recipe is rich, delicious and so easy to make. It delivers the perfect meaty sauce that is guaranteed to become a family favorite.

Course Dinner

Cuisine Italian

Keyword Bolognese sauce, Bolognese sauce recipe, Instant Pot Bolognese

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings

Calories 267kcal

Author Alida Ryder

Ingredients

1 kg (2lb) beef mince / ground beef
1 large onion finely chopped (approx 1 cup)
2 carrots peeled and finely chopped/grated (1 cup)
2 celery ribs finely chopped (½ cup)
2 bay leaves
6 sprigs fresh thyme
1 sprig fresh rosemary
4 garlic cloves crushed
1 cup red wine
1½ cup beef stock
28 oz (800g) chopped tomatoes
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp sugar
1-2 tsp salt to taste
1 tsp black pepper
½ cup heavy / whipping cream

Instructions

Set your Instant Pot to sauté function.
Heat a few tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil then add the finely chopped onions, celery and carrots.
Allow to cook until soft and translucent then add the chopped garlic and herbs.
Cook for another minute then add the mince/ground beef and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Pour in the red wine, stock/broth and canned tomatoes and add the tomato paste. Scrape any brown bits off the bottom of the pot then season with salt, pepper and a pinch of sugar then close with the lid.
Ensure the vent is in sealing position then pressure cook the bolognese sauce for 15 minutes on high pressure.
Quick release the pressure by switching the valve to "vent". then remove the lid.
Set the Instant Pot to sauté function then stir in the cream.
Season to taste then allow to simmer for 5 minutes and serve scattered with parsley or basil.

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