Instant Pot Beef and Farfalle Dinner
Farfalle, aka bowtie pasta, makes a delicious and fast meal when cooked in the Instant Pot with ground beef and a rich tomato sauce.
This hearty Instant Pot beef and farfalle dinner is fast, flavorful, and family-friendly. Brown the ground beef, add the rest of the ingredients, and let the pressure cooker handle the rest. It’s similar to American chop suey or goulash, but made with bowtie pasta instead of elbows. Farfalle holds its shape beautifully under pressure and soaks up the rich tomato sauce with every bite. Garnish the dish with fresh herbs for a simple and satisfying one-pot meal.
Recipe Variations
- Use ground turkey or Italian sausage instead of ground beef.
- Add chopped bell pepper, celery, or mushrooms with the onion.
- Use fire-roasted tomatoes or add a pinch of crushed red pepper for more flavor.
- Stir in a handful of shredded cheddar or Parmesan after cooking for a cheesy version.
What to Serve With a Pasta Meal
- Serve with garlic bread or buttery garlic crescent rolls.
- Pair with a green salad dressed with vinaigrette.
- Top with a dollop of sour cream or shredded cheese.
- Garnish with chopped fresh basil, parsley, or chives.
- Serve with steamed broccoli or green beans on the side.
How to Store and Reheat
Refrigerate: Let the pasta cool slightly and transfer it to a sealed container.Refrigerate within 2 hours and use within 3 to 4 days.
Freeze: Spoon the cooled farfalle and beef mixture into a freezer-safe container or resealable bag.
Label and freeze for up to 2 months.
Reheat: Microwave individual portions in 30- to 45-second intervals, stirring in between, until hot.
For larger servings, reheat in a covered dish in a 325°F oven until heated through.
Stir in a splash of water or broth if it seems dry.
Instant Pot Beef and Farfalle Dinner
Farfalle, aka bowtie pasta, makes a delicious and fast meal when cooked in the Instant Pot with ground beef and a rich tomato sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Pressure Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 34 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta, Ground Beef, Tomatoes, Instant Pot
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (85 to 90 percent lean)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
- 1 8-ounce can tomato sauce
- 1 2/3 cups water
- 8 ounces farfalle pasta (bowtie pasta)
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
Instructions
- Sauté: Select the Instant Pot sauté button and add the olive oil. When the display indicates the pot is hot, add the ground beef. Cook the beef for 3 minutes and then add the onion. Continue to cook, stirring, until the beef is no longer pink. Drain well.
- Add: To the Instant Pot, add the salt, pepper, garlic powder, tomatoes, tomato sauce, and water. Stir, scraping up any browned bits in the bottom of the pan. Stir in the farfalle pasta.
- Pressure Cook: Secure the lid and move the release valve to the sealing position. Select ‘Pressure Cook’ or ‘Manual (High Pressure)’ and set the cooking time to 6 minutes. When the time is up, carefully turn the valve to the venting position to quickly release the pressure. Use a long utensil and protect your hands; the steam is super hot!
- Finish the Dish: Add the tomato paste to the pot and switch to the sauté setting. Cook for about 2 minutes longer.
- Serve: Spoon the pasta into a serving bowl and garnish with fresh chopped parsley, if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 402
- Sugar: 8.9 g
- Sodium: 257 mg
- Fat: 4.7 g
- Carbohydrates: 54.6 g
- Fiber: 4.9 g
- Protein: 34.7 g
