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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/instant-pot-spaghetti-264230","crawl_time":1775338570,"first_indexed_time":1544037093,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,thekitchn!www,\/instant-pot-spaghetti-264230 s443","src_root_hash":"1151582128824893550","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Instant Pot Spaghetti Recipe (Top Rated!) | The Kitchn","meta_descriptions":["Learn how to make spaghetti in the Instant Pot with a flavorful marinara sauce."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Recipes\nMain Dishes\nPasta & Noodles\nMeghan Splawn\nMeghan Splawn\nMeghan Splawn is a food and cooking writer. Meghan approaches food with an eye towards budgeting — both time and money — and having fun. Meghan has a baking and pastry degree, and spent the first 10 years of her career as part of Alton Brown's culinary team. She was The Kitchn's…\nread more\nFollow\nupdated\nMar 1, 2025\nYou probably won't go back to cooking spaghetti any other way.\nServes\n4\nPrep\n10 minutes\nCook\n15 minutes\nCook Mode+\nSave this to your Recipe Box — so everything you want to cook is in one place!\nWe\nindependently\nselect these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing.\nLet’s just cut to the chase: I’m here to tell you that\nspaghetti with meat sauce\nin the\nInstant Pot\nis nothing short of life-changing — and the very best thing to come out of my kitchen this year. But I know what you’re thinking:\nSpaghetti … in the Instant Pot?\nPressure cookers are great for things like quickly breaking down tough cuts of meat, but something as simple and classic as pasta (which is already pretty easy to make) seems like it’s best left on the stovetop. For the uninitiated,\nInstant Pot pasta\njust seems a little\nweird\nand unnecessary, right?\nBefore this, I’d always shied away from cooking pasta in my Instant Pot because I was afraid it would turn out overcooked or clumpy. Plus, why would I drag out my electric pressure cooker for a job my pots and pans can do pretty easily? But, as I found out, there are multiple benefits to making pasta in the Instant Pot.\nHere’s how simple it is – after quickly browning some beef directly in the Instant Pot, you’ll just toss in a jar of marinara sauce, a little water, and the dry spaghetti. In about 20 minutes of cooking (yes, including bringing the pot to pressure) actual \nmagic\n happens: The meat becomes tender and the pasta lends its starch to the sauce, making the most luxurious version of this weeknight meal.\nHonestly? You probably won’t go back to cooking spaghetti any other way.\nWhy You’ll Love It\nIt’s way easier and faster than on the stovetop.\nIt’s almost entirely hands-off; there’s no constant stirring or waiting for a big pot of water to boil.\nEverything is cooked in the Instant Pot.\nInstead of dirtying another pot to boil the pasta, both the pasta and water get dumped right onto the sauce. You’ll cook it all on high for eight minutes, and after a quick release of pressure you have a pot of perfectly al dente pasta in a seriously silky meat sauce.\nKey Ingredients for Instant Pot Spaghetti\nGround beef:\nYou’ll need 1 pound of ground beef.\nSpaghetti:\nUse your favorite\nbrand of spaghetti\n.\nMarinara sauce:\nUse your choice of\nmarinara sauce\nor any tomato-based pasta sauce.\nHow to Make Instant Pot Spaghetti\nSauté the beef.\nSauté the beef in olive oil and season with salt, onion powder and garlic powder.\nAdd 1\/2 cup of the water, then the sauce.\nAdd a portion of the water, then the sauce. Stir to combine well.\nBreak the spaghetti in half and layer in the pot.\nAdd dry pasta, then rest of the water. Don’t stir from this point on.\nSet the pressure cooker to HIGH for 8 minutes cook time.\nSeal the pressure cooker and cook on high for 8 minutes.\nUse a quick release to release pressure and stir.\nOpen the pressure release valve (quick release) as soon as the cook time is up. Open the pressure cooker and stir the spaghetti into the sauce. Turn off the pressure cooker and remove the insert from the pressure cooker.\nHelpful Tips\nAlways scrape the bottom of the pot after browning the meat.\nThe goal here is to avoid getting a BURN warning from your pot, so you’ll want to brown the meat, add a little water to the pot, and scrape, scrape, scrape before you add the marinara.\nLayer the water under and over the pasta.\nTo cook the pasta evenly, you’ll want to make sure there is water (or, in our case, sauce) both under the pasta and over it. I like to “rinse” my sauce jar with water and then pour it over the pasta to avoid waste, but feel free to skip this if you’re using homemade sauce.\nResist the urge to stir after the pasta is added.\nAs soon as you’ve got the pasta in the pot and the water over it, put the lid on. You can give the pasta a gentle prod, but do not stir, which will give you gummy, stuck-together pasta.\nLet it cool for a few minutes.\nAfter eight minutes on high pressure, release the pressure valve to do a quick release of pressure, carefully open the pot, and give the whole thing a swift stir. The pasta will be too hot to eat and will continue to cook as you remove the pot from your pressure cooker and get your bowls ready. A few minutes of cooling and a flurry of Parmesan cheese will make this the perfect weeknight dinner.\nStorage Tips\nLeftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days.\nWhat to Serve with Instant Pot Spaghetti\nYou probably won't go back to cooking spaghetti any other way.\nIngredients\n1\ntablespoon\nolive oil\n1\npound\nground beef\n1\nteaspoon\nkosher salt\n1\nteaspoon\nonion powder\n1\/2\nteaspoon\ngarlic powder\n2\ncups\nwater, divided\n1\n(24-ounce) jar\nmarinara or tomato-based pasta sauce\n8\nounces\ndry spaghetti\nGrated Parmesan cheese, for serving\nTurn an electric pressure cooker on to sauté. Once heated, add the olive oil and beef. Break the beef up into large pieces with a wooden spoon and season with the salt, onion powder, and garlic powder. Cook, stirring and breaking the beef into smaller and smaller pieces, until cooked through and no longer pink, about 5 minutes.\nTurn off the sauté function and add 1\/2 cup of the water to the pot. Scrape the bottom of the pot to remove any stuck-on bits. Add the sauce and stir to combine well.\nBreak the spaghetti strands in half and spread them in one or two layers over the ground beef mixture. Do not stir from this point on.\nRinse the pasta sauce jar with the remaining 1 1\/2 cups water (pour the water into the jar, twist on the lid, and shake gently) and then pour the water over the pasta. Remember — no stirring here.\nSeal the pressure cooker. Set to cook on HIGH pressure for 8 minutes. The cooker should take between 10 and 12 minutes to come up to pressure.  \nOpen the pressure release valve (quick release) as soon as the 8 minutes cook time is up. Open the pressure cooker and stir the spaghetti into the sauce. Turn off the pressure cooker and remove the insert from the pressure cooker. Serve with a flurry of grated Parmesan cheese.\nRecipe Notes\nStorage:\nLeftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days.\nFiled in:\nMore to Love from The Kitchn\nSpinach Pasta\nA fast and fancy dinner no matter the occasion.\nPerry Santanachote\nMar 21, 2022\nMaking Your Own Ravioli from Scratch Is Easier Than You'd Think\nThere is nothing quite like homemade ravioli. When it’s well-made, even a filling as simple as cheese can make the most satisfying meal. The great news is that you — yes, you! — can make excellent ravioli at home. This recipe makes a lot of ravioli. The intention is that you’ll use some right away and freeze some to have on hand. 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Perhaps this is why most bottled Alfredo sauce falls short for me — the flavors are too entwined in my memories.\nMeghan Splawn\nJan 30, 2026","attrs_markdown":"![PxPixel](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/jAYekY18\/xhr\/api\/v1\/collector\/noScript.gif?appId=PXjAYekY18)\n\n[The logomark and logotype for the Kitchn brand.](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/)\n\n[Newsletter](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/email)\n\n[Join for free](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/join)[Sign In](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/sign-in)\n\n- [Dinner Tonight](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/collection\/dinner)\n  [See all Dinner](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/collection\/dinner)\n  \n  Editor Faves\n  \n  - [Our Most Popular Dinner Recipes](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/most-popular-dinner-recipes-23749145)\n  - [Best Chicken Recipes](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/collection\/chicken)\n  - [20-Minute Pastas](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/collection\/pasta-noodles\/20-minute-recipes)\n  - [Cozy Soups & Stews](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/collection\/soups-stews)\n  \n  Quick & Easy\n  \n  - 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Meghan approaches food with an eye towards budgeting — both time and money — and having fun. Meghan has a baking and pastry degree, and spent the first 10 years of her career as part of Alton Brown's culinary team. She was The Kitchn's…[read more](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/authors\/meghan-splawn)\n\nFollow\n\nupdated Mar 1, 2025\n\n[(202)](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/instant-pot-spaghetti-264230#comments-264230)\n\n[Read reviews\\!](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/instant-pot-spaghetti-264230#comments-264230)\n\nYou probably won't go back to cooking spaghetti any other way.\n\n[Serves4Prep10 minutesCook15 minutes](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/instant-pot-spaghetti-264230#post-recipe-13205)\n\nCook Mode+\n\nSave\n\nSave this to your Recipe Box — so everything you want to cook is in one place\\!\n\nSend to Me\n\nPrint\n\nShare\n\n[Jump to Recipe](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/instant-pot-spaghetti-264230#post-recipe-13205)\n\nWe [independently](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/about\/the-kitchn-commerce-guidelines) select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing.\n\nVolume 0%\n\nPress shift question mark to access a list of keyboard shortcuts\n\nKeyboard Shortcuts\n\nEnabledDisabled\n\nPlay\/PauseSPACE\n\nIncrease Volume↑\n\nDecrease Volume↓\n\nSeek Forward→\n\nSeek Backward←\n\nCaptions On\/Offc\n\nFullscreen\/Exit Fullscreenf\n\nMute\/Unmutem\n\nSeek %0-9\n\nNext Up\n\nCaesar Dressing\n\n00:37\n\nH.264 320px\n\nH.264 480px\n\nH.264 720px\n\nH.264 1280px\n\nAAC Audio\n\nH.264 1920px\n\nH.264 1080px\n\nLive\n\n00:00\n\n01:05\n\n01:05\n\nMore Videos\n\n00:37\n\nCaesar Dressing\n\n00:32\n\nThe Best Cottage Cheese Pancakes\n\n01:13\n\nHeaven on Earth Cake\n\n01:03\n\nTamagoyaki (Japanese Rolled Omelet)\n\n00:37\n\nHam and Cheese Sliders Recipe (With Hawaiian Roll)\n\n00:41\n\nRoasted Brussels Sprouts\n\nClose\n\nThis video file cannot be played.(Error Code: 224003)\n\nX\n\nLet’s just cut to the chase: I’m here to tell you that [spaghetti with meat sauce](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/spaghetti-recipe-23256140) in the [Instant Pot](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/50-recipes-that-you-can-make-in-your-instant-pot-233637) is nothing short of life-changing — and the very best thing to come out of my kitchen this year. But I know what you’re thinking: *Spaghetti … in the Instant Pot?* Pressure cookers are great for things like quickly breaking down tough cuts of meat, but something as simple and classic as pasta (which is already pretty easy to make) seems like it’s best left on the stovetop. For the uninitiated, [Instant Pot pasta](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/8-ridiculously-good-pasta-dinners-to-make-in-your-instant-pot-22961352) just seems a little *weird* and unnecessary, right?\n\nBefore this, I’d always shied away from cooking pasta in my Instant Pot because I was afraid it would turn out overcooked or clumpy. Plus, why would I drag out my electric pressure cooker for a job my pots and pans can do pretty easily? But, as I found out, there are multiple benefits to making pasta in the Instant Pot.\n\nHere’s how simple it is – after quickly browning some beef directly in the Instant Pot, you’ll just toss in a jar of marinara sauce, a little water, and the dry spaghetti. In about 20 minutes of cooking (yes, including bringing the pot to pressure) actual *magic* happens: The meat becomes tender and the pasta lends its starch to the sauce, making the most luxurious version of this weeknight meal.\n\nHonestly? You probably won’t go back to cooking spaghetti any other way.\n\n## Why You’ll Love It\n- **It’s way easier and faster than on the stovetop.** It’s almost entirely hands-off; there’s no constant stirring or waiting for a big pot of water to boil.\n- **Everything is cooked in the Instant Pot.** Instead of dirtying another pot to boil the pasta, both the pasta and water get dumped right onto the sauce. You’ll cook it all on high for eight minutes, and after a quick release of pressure you have a pot of perfectly al dente pasta in a seriously silky meat sauce.\n\n![Cooked spaghetti and sauce in an Instant Pot](https:\/\/cdn.apartmenttherapy.info\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto:eco,c_fit,w_730,h_548\/k%2Farchive%2F20f823af9d31a7ab5f55079227cab188959e36e6_1ff363_landscape)\n\n![Cooked spaghetti and sauce in an Instant Pot](https:\/\/cdn.apartmenttherapy.info\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto:eco,w_730\/k%2Farchive%2F20f823af9d31a7ab5f55079227cab188959e36e6_1ff363_landscape)\n\nCredit: [Joe Lingeman](https:\/\/www.apartmenttherapy.com\/authors\/joe)\n## Key Ingredients for Instant Pot Spaghetti\n- **Ground beef:** You’ll need 1 pound of ground beef.\n- **Spaghetti:** Use your favorite [brand of spaghetti](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/boxed-spaghetti-taste-test-22997485).\n- **Marinara sauce:** Use your choice of [marinara sauce](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/chef-approved-jarred-pasta-sauce-brands-23086904) or any tomato-based pasta sauce.\n## How to Make Instant Pot Spaghetti\n1. **Sauté the beef.** Sauté the beef in olive oil and season with salt, onion powder and garlic powder.\n2. **Add 1\/2 cup of the water, then the sauce.** Add a portion of the water, then the sauce. Stir to combine well.\n3. **Break the spaghetti in half and layer in the pot.** Add dry pasta, then rest of the water. Don’t stir from this point on.\n4. **Set the pressure cooker to HIGH for 8 minutes cook time.** Seal the pressure cooker and cook on high for 8 minutes.\n5. **Use a quick release to release pressure and stir.** Open the pressure release valve (quick release) as soon as the cook time is up. Open the pressure cooker and stir the spaghetti into the sauce. Turn off the pressure cooker and remove the insert from the pressure cooker.\n\n![Cooked spaghetti and sauce in an Instant Pot](https:\/\/cdn.apartmenttherapy.info\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto:eco,c_fit,w_730,h_913\/k%2Farchive%2F20f823af9d31a7ab5f55079227cab188959e36e6)\n\n![Cooked spaghetti and sauce in an Instant Pot](https:\/\/cdn.apartmenttherapy.info\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto:eco,w_730\/k%2Farchive%2F20f823af9d31a7ab5f55079227cab188959e36e6)\n\nCredit: [Joe Lingeman](https:\/\/www.apartmenttherapy.com\/authors\/joe)\n## Helpful Tips\n- **Always scrape the bottom of the pot after browning the meat.** The goal here is to avoid getting a BURN warning from your pot, so you’ll want to brown the meat, add a little water to the pot, and scrape, scrape, scrape before you add the marinara.\n- **Layer the water under and over the pasta.** To cook the pasta evenly, you’ll want to make sure there is water (or, in our case, sauce) both under the pasta and over it. I like to “rinse” my sauce jar with water and then pour it over the pasta to avoid waste, but feel free to skip this if you’re using homemade sauce.\n- **Resist the urge to stir after the pasta is added.** As soon as you’ve got the pasta in the pot and the water over it, put the lid on. You can give the pasta a gentle prod, but do not stir, which will give you gummy, stuck-together pasta.\n- **Let it cool for a few minutes.** After eight minutes on high pressure, release the pressure valve to do a quick release of pressure, carefully open the pot, and give the whole thing a swift stir. The pasta will be too hot to eat and will continue to cook as you remove the pot from your pressure cooker and get your bowls ready. A few minutes of cooling and a flurry of Parmesan cheese will make this the perfect weeknight dinner.\n## Storage Tips\nLeftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days.\n\n![A large plate of spaghetti and meatballs cooked in an Instant Pot](https:\/\/cdn.apartmenttherapy.info\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto:eco,c_fit,w_730,h_913\/k%2Farchive%2F39ee03d747ff0e93c946bdaaf07320e7679f0287)\n\n![A large plate of spaghetti and meatballs cooked in an Instant Pot](https:\/\/cdn.apartmenttherapy.info\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto:eco,w_730\/k%2Farchive%2F39ee03d747ff0e93c946bdaaf07320e7679f0287)\n\nCredit: [Joe Lingeman](https:\/\/www.apartmenttherapy.com\/authors\/joe)\n## What to Serve with Instant Pot Spaghetti\n- [Homemade Garlic Bread](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/garlic-bread-recipe-23611185)\n- [Caesar Salad](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/caesar-salad-recipe-23667828)\n- [Garlicky Cheesy Breadsticks](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/cheese-breadsticks-recipe-23230183)\n- [Simple Arugula Salad](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/recipe-simple-arugula-salad-254833)\n- [No-Knead Skillet Focaccia](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/skillet-focaccia-bread-recipe-261454)\n\n[Comments](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/instant-pot-spaghetti-264230#comments-264230)\n\n[(202)](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/instant-pot-spaghetti-264230#comments-264230)\n\n[Read reviews\\!](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/instant-pot-spaghetti-264230#comments-264230)\n\n## Instant Pot Spaghetti Recipe\nYou probably won't go back to cooking spaghetti any other way.\n\nPrep time 10 minutes\n\nCook time 15 minutes\n\nServes 4\n\n#### Nutritional Info\nView\n\n- pork-free\n- egg-free\n- soy-free\n- tree-nut-free\n- fish-free\n- high-fiber\n- balanced\n- shellfish-free\n- alcohol-free\n- peanut-free\n\nPer serving, based on 4 servings. (% daily value)\n\n- Calories 620\n- Fat 29\\.8 g (45.8%)\n- Saturated 9\\.7 g (48.6%)\n- Carbs 55\\.9 g (18.6%)\n- Fiber 5\\.0 g (20.0%)\n- Sugars 10\\.9 g\n- Protein 29\\.8 g (59.7%)\n- Sodium 1079\\.7 mg (45.0%)\n\n[![Powered by Edamam](https:\/\/developer.edamam.com\/images\/badge.png)](https:\/\/www.edamam.com\/ \"Powered by Edamam\")\n\n### Ingredients\n- 1\n  tablespoon\n  \n  olive oil\n- 1\n  pound\n  \n  ground beef\n- 1\n  teaspoon\n  \n  kosher salt\n- 1\n  teaspoon\n  \n  onion powder\n- 1\/2\n  teaspoon\n  \n  garlic powder\n- 2\n  cups\n  \n  water, divided\n- 1\n  (24-ounce) jar\n  \n  marinara or tomato-based pasta sauce\n- 8\n  ounces\n  \n  dry spaghetti\n- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving\n\n[Shop Recipe](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/instant-pot-spaghetti-264230)\n\n### Instructions\nShow Images\n\n1. Turn an electric pressure cooker on to sauté. Once heated, add the olive oil and beef. Break the beef up into large pieces with a wooden spoon and season with the salt, onion powder, and garlic powder. Cook, stirring and breaking the beef into smaller and smaller pieces, until cooked through and no longer pink, about 5 minutes.\n   \n   ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 1](data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)\n   \n   ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 1](https:\/\/cdn.apartmenttherapy.info\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto:eco,w_730\/k%2Farchive%2F8c3928cef538a0192d5d39c858ebc56656ac8b19)\n2. Turn off the sauté function and add 1\/2 cup of the water to the pot. Scrape the bottom of the pot to remove any stuck-on bits. Add the sauce and stir to combine well.\n   \n   ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 2](data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)\n   \n   ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 2](https:\/\/cdn.apartmenttherapy.info\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto:eco,w_730\/k%2Farchive%2Fb39c847a745a2324c3424d4f0cc22e8ed5173c6a)\n3. Break the spaghetti strands in half and spread them in one or two layers over the ground beef mixture. Do not stir from this point on.\n   \n   ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 3](data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)\n   \n   ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 3](https:\/\/cdn.apartmenttherapy.info\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto:eco,w_730\/k%2Farchive%2F91be638412192529558bcd74b27976517c009eb3)\n4. Rinse the pasta sauce jar with the remaining 1 1\/2 cups water (pour the water into the jar, twist on the lid, and shake gently) and then pour the water over the pasta. Remember — no stirring here.\n   \n   ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 4](data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)\n   \n   ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 4](https:\/\/cdn.apartmenttherapy.info\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto:eco,w_730\/k%2Farchive%2F8215b703bbaca97e484129bf9ffc7d32fafa0f65)\n5. Seal the pressure cooker. Set to cook on HIGH pressure for 8 minutes. The cooker should take between 10 and 12 minutes to come up to pressure.\n   \n   ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 5](data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)\n   \n   ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 5](https:\/\/cdn.apartmenttherapy.info\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto:eco,w_730\/k%2Farchive%2F8c73c80cf03961c77044c27a3f001c19f581293f)\n6. Open the pressure release valve (quick release) as soon as the 8 minutes cook time is up. Open the pressure cooker and stir the spaghetti into the sauce. Turn off the pressure cooker and remove the insert from the pressure cooker. Serve with a flurry of grated Parmesan cheese.\n   \n   ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 6](data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)\n   \n   ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 6](https:\/\/cdn.apartmenttherapy.info\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto:eco,w_730\/k%2Farchive%2F20f823af9d31a7ab5f55079227cab188959e36e6)\n\n### Recipe Notes\n**Storage:** Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days.\n\n#### Featured in\n![](https:\/\/cdn.apartmenttherapy.info\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto:low,c_fill,g_auto,h_200,w_300\/k%2FPhoto%2FRecipes%2F2020-01-How-to-Make-Easy-One-Pot-Beef-Goulash%2FHow-to-Make-Easy-One-Pot-Beef-Goulash_038_7c30bf_croppedlead)\n\n[These One-Pot Pasta Recipes Are Absolutely Magical](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/one-pot-pasta-recipes-261459)\n\nRecipe Roundup\n\n[Grace 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Meghan approaches food with an eye towards budgeting — both time and money — and having fun. Meghan has a baking and pastry degree, and spent the first 10 years of her career as part of Alton Brown's culinary team. She was The Kitchn's…[read more](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/authors\/meghan-splawn)\n\nFollow\n\nupdated Mar 1, 2025\n\nYou probably won't go back to cooking spaghetti any other way.\n\n[Serves4Prep10 minutesCook15 minutes](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/instant-pot-spaghetti-264230#post-recipe-13205)\n\nCook Mode+\n\nSave this to your Recipe Box — so everything you want to cook is in one place\\!\n\nWe [independently](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/about\/the-kitchn-commerce-guidelines) select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing.\n\nLet’s just cut to the chase: I’m here to tell you that [spaghetti with meat sauce](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/spaghetti-recipe-23256140) in the [Instant Pot](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/50-recipes-that-you-can-make-in-your-instant-pot-233637) is nothing short of life-changing — and the very best thing to come out of my kitchen this year. But I know what you’re thinking: *Spaghetti … in the Instant Pot?* Pressure cookers are great for things like quickly breaking down tough cuts of meat, but something as simple and classic as pasta (which is already pretty easy to make) seems like it’s best left on the stovetop. For the uninitiated, [Instant Pot pasta](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/8-ridiculously-good-pasta-dinners-to-make-in-your-instant-pot-22961352) just seems a little *weird* and unnecessary, right?\n\nBefore this, I’d always shied away from cooking pasta in my Instant Pot because I was afraid it would turn out overcooked or clumpy. Plus, why would I drag out my electric pressure cooker for a job my pots and pans can do pretty easily? But, as I found out, there are multiple benefits to making pasta in the Instant Pot.\n\nHere’s how simple it is – after quickly browning some beef directly in the Instant Pot, you’ll just toss in a jar of marinara sauce, a little water, and the dry spaghetti. In about 20 minutes of cooking (yes, including bringing the pot to pressure) actual *magic* happens: The meat becomes tender and the pasta lends its starch to the sauce, making the most luxurious version of this weeknight meal.\n\nHonestly? You probably won’t go back to cooking spaghetti any other way.\n\nWhy You’ll Love It\n\n- **It’s way easier and faster than on the stovetop.** It’s almost entirely hands-off; there’s no constant stirring or waiting for a big pot of water to boil.\n- **Everything is cooked in the Instant Pot.** Instead of dirtying another pot to boil the pasta, both the pasta and water get dumped right onto the sauce. You’ll cook it all on high for eight minutes, and after a quick release of pressure you have a pot of perfectly al dente pasta in a seriously silky meat sauce.\n\n![Cooked spaghetti and sauce in an Instant Pot](https:\/\/cdn.apartmenttherapy.info\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto:eco,c_fit,w_730,h_548\/k%2Farchive%2F20f823af9d31a7ab5f55079227cab188959e36e6_1ff363_landscape)\n\nKey Ingredients for Instant Pot Spaghetti\n\n- **Ground beef:** You’ll need 1 pound of ground beef.\n- **Spaghetti:** Use your favorite [brand of spaghetti](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/boxed-spaghetti-taste-test-22997485).\n- **Marinara sauce:** Use your choice of [marinara sauce](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/chef-approved-jarred-pasta-sauce-brands-23086904) or any tomato-based pasta sauce.\n\nHow to Make Instant Pot Spaghetti\n\n1. **Sauté the beef.** Sauté the beef in olive oil and season with salt, onion powder and garlic powder.\n2. **Add 1\/2 cup of the water, then the sauce.** Add a portion of the water, then the sauce. Stir to combine well.\n3. **Break the spaghetti in half and layer in the pot.** Add dry pasta, then rest of the water. Don’t stir from this point on.\n4. **Set the pressure cooker to HIGH for 8 minutes cook time.** Seal the pressure cooker and cook on high for 8 minutes.\n5. **Use a quick release to release pressure and stir.** Open the pressure release valve (quick release) as soon as the cook time is up. Open the pressure cooker and stir the spaghetti into the sauce. Turn off the pressure cooker and remove the insert from the pressure cooker.\n\n![Cooked spaghetti and sauce in an Instant Pot](https:\/\/cdn.apartmenttherapy.info\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto:eco,c_fit,w_730,h_913\/k%2Farchive%2F20f823af9d31a7ab5f55079227cab188959e36e6)\n\nHelpful Tips\n\n- **Always scrape the bottom of the pot after browning the meat.** The goal here is to avoid getting a BURN warning from your pot, so you’ll want to brown the meat, add a little water to the pot, and scrape, scrape, scrape before you add the marinara.\n- **Layer the water under and over the pasta.** To cook the pasta evenly, you’ll want to make sure there is water (or, in our case, sauce) both under the pasta and over it. I like to “rinse” my sauce jar with water and then pour it over the pasta to avoid waste, but feel free to skip this if you’re using homemade sauce.\n- **Resist the urge to stir after the pasta is added.** As soon as you’ve got the pasta in the pot and the water over it, put the lid on. You can give the pasta a gentle prod, but do not stir, which will give you gummy, stuck-together pasta.\n- **Let it cool for a few minutes.** After eight minutes on high pressure, release the pressure valve to do a quick release of pressure, carefully open the pot, and give the whole thing a swift stir. The pasta will be too hot to eat and will continue to cook as you remove the pot from your pressure cooker and get your bowls ready. A few minutes of cooling and a flurry of Parmesan cheese will make this the perfect weeknight dinner.\n\nStorage Tips\n\nLeftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days.\n\n![A large plate of spaghetti and meatballs cooked in an Instant Pot](https:\/\/cdn.apartmenttherapy.info\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto:eco,c_fit,w_730,h_913\/k%2Farchive%2F39ee03d747ff0e93c946bdaaf07320e7679f0287)\n\nWhat to Serve with Instant Pot Spaghetti\n\nYou probably won't go back to cooking spaghetti any other way.\n\n### Ingredients\n- 1\n  tablespoon\n  \n  olive oil\n- 1\n  pound\n  \n  ground beef\n- 1\n  teaspoon\n  \n  kosher salt\n- 1\n  teaspoon\n  \n  onion powder\n- 1\/2\n  teaspoon\n  \n  garlic powder\n- 2\n  cups\n  \n  water, divided\n- 1\n  (24-ounce) jar\n  \n  marinara or tomato-based pasta sauce\n- 8\n  ounces\n  \n  dry spaghetti\n- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving\n\n1. Turn an electric pressure cooker on to sauté. Once heated, add the olive oil and beef. Break the beef up into large pieces with a wooden spoon and season with the salt, onion powder, and garlic powder. Cook, stirring and breaking the beef into smaller and smaller pieces, until cooked through and no longer pink, about 5 minutes.\n   \n   ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 1](data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)\n2. Turn off the sauté function and add 1\/2 cup of the water to the pot. Scrape the bottom of the pot to remove any stuck-on bits. Add the sauce and stir to combine well.\n   \n   ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 2](data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)\n3. Break the spaghetti strands in half and spread them in one or two layers over the ground beef mixture. Do not stir from this point on.\n   \n   ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 3](data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)\n4. Rinse the pasta sauce jar with the remaining 1 1\/2 cups water (pour the water into the jar, twist on the lid, and shake gently) and then pour the water over the pasta. Remember — no stirring here.\n   \n   ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 4](data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)\n5. Seal the pressure cooker. Set to cook on HIGH pressure for 8 minutes. The cooker should take between 10 and 12 minutes to come up to pressure.\n   \n   ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 5](data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)\n6. Open the pressure release valve (quick release) as soon as the 8 minutes cook time is up. Open the pressure cooker and stir the spaghetti into the sauce. Turn off the pressure cooker and remove the insert from the pressure cooker. Serve with a flurry of grated Parmesan cheese.\n   \n   ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 6](data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)\n\n### Recipe Notes\n**Storage:** Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days.\n\nFiled in:\n\n## More to Love from The Kitchn\n![](https:\/\/cdn.apartmenttherapy.info\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto:low,c_fill,g_auto,w_120,h_80\/k%2FPhoto%2FRecipe%20Ramp%20Up%2F2022-03-Spinach-Pasta%2Fspinach-pasta-1)\n\n[Spinach Pasta](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/spinach-pasta-recipe-23281156)\n\nA fast and fancy dinner no matter the occasion.\n\nPerry Santanachote\n\nMar 21, 2022\n\n![Creamy baked pasta with chicken, melted cheese, and parsley, served in a green casserole dish.](https:\/\/cdn.apartmenttherapy.info\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto:low,c_fill,g_auto,w_120,h_80\/tk%2Fphoto%2F2025%2F12-2025%2F2025-12-chicken-alfredo-casserole%2Fchicken-alfredo-casserole-321_8628b1-cropped)\n\n![overhead shot of cacio e pepe in a pot.](https:\/\/cdn.apartmenttherapy.info\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto:low,c_fill,g_auto,w_120,h_80\/k%2FPhoto%2FRecipes%2F2024-02-cacio-e-peppe%2Fcacio-e-peppe-293)\n\n![Spaghetti coated in green pesto sauce with pieces of bacon and grated cheese in a stainless steel pan.](https:\/\/cdn.apartmenttherapy.info\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto:low,c_fill,g_auto,w_120,h_80\/tk%2Fphoto%2F2026%2F03-2026%2F2026-03-pesto-spaghetti-carbonara%2Fpesto-spaghetti-carbonara-256)\n\n![overhead shot of penne alla vodka in a pan, topped with parmesan and basil](https:\/\/cdn.apartmenttherapy.info\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto:low,c_fill,g_auto,w_120,h_80\/k%2FPhoto%2FRecipes%2F2024-02-penne-alla-vodka%2Fpenne-alla-vodka-7)\n\n![cheese ravioli on a baking tray with flour on top, prior to baking](https:\/\/cdn.apartmenttherapy.info\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto:low,c_fill,g_auto,w_120,h_80\/k%2FPhoto%2FRecipe%20Ramp%20Up%2F2021-11-Cheese-Ravioli%2FCheeseRavioli_1_ef597a_landscape)\n\n[Making Your Own Ravioli from Scratch Is Easier Than You'd Think](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/cheese-ravioli-recipe-23254810)\n\nThere is nothing quite like homemade ravioli. When it’s well-made, even a filling as simple as cheese can make the most satisfying meal. The great news is that you — yes, you! — can make excellent ravioli at home. This recipe makes a lot of ravioli. The intention is that you’ll use some right away and freeze some to have on hand. If you’re going to put the time in to make them, it’s nice to make a big batch.\n\nOlivia Mack McCool\n\nMay 28, 2025\n\n![a whole pie of Chicken alfredo pizza on a plate, sliced into 6 slices](https:\/\/cdn.apartmenttherapy.info\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto:low,c_fill,g_auto,w_120,h_80\/k%2FPhoto%2FRecipe%20Ramp%20Up%2F2021-07-Chicken-Alfredo-Pizza%2FChicken-Alfredo-Pizza-KitchnKitchn2970-1_01)\n\n![Pasta with sautéed salmon pieces, garnished with lemon slices and herbs in a white skillet.](https:\/\/cdn.apartmenttherapy.info\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto:low,c_fill,g_auto,w_120,h_80\/tk%2Fphoto%2F2025%2F08-2025%2F2025-08-Salmon-Scampi%2FSalmon-Scampi_0215_c87a05-cropped)\n\n![A slice of lasagna lifted on a spatula](https:\/\/cdn.apartmenttherapy.info\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto:low,c_fill,g_auto,w_120,h_80\/k%2FPhoto%2FRecipes%2F2024-11-lasagna-recipe%2Flasagna-recipe-115)\n\n![An overhead photo of a bowl of chicken fettucine Alfredo with grated parmesan cheese and parsley on top on a tan stone background.](https:\/\/cdn.apartmenttherapy.info\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto:low,c_fill,g_auto,w_120,h_80\/k%2FPhoto%2FRecipes%2F2023-06-chicken-alfredo-pasta-reshoot%2Fchicken-alfredo-pasta-2-horizontal)\n\n[\"Too Good to Be True\" Is What Everyone Says About This Chicken Alfredo](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/how-to-make-chicken-alfredo-pasta-249767)\n\nChicken Alfredo was my favorite “fancy” restaurant order as a kid — a luxe sauce clinging to fettuccine noodles topped with seasoned chicken. 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Boilerpipe Text	Recipes Main Dishes Pasta & Noodles Meghan Splawn Meghan Splawn Meghan Splawn is a food and cooking writer. Meghan approaches food with an eye towards budgeting — both time and money — and having fun. Meghan has a baking and pastry degree, and spent the first 10 years of her career as part of Alton Brown's culinary team. She was The Kitchn's… read more Follow updated Mar 1, 2025 You probably won't go back to cooking spaghetti any other way. Serves 4 Prep 10 minutes Cook 15 minutes Cook Mode+ Save this to your Recipe Box — so everything you want to cook is in one place! We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Let’s just cut to the chase: I’m here to tell you that spaghetti with meat sauce in the Instant Pot is nothing short of life-changing — and the very best thing to come out of my kitchen this year. But I know what you’re thinking: Spaghetti … in the Instant Pot? Pressure cookers are great for things like quickly breaking down tough cuts of meat, but something as simple and classic as pasta (which is already pretty easy to make) seems like it’s best left on the stovetop. For the uninitiated, Instant Pot pasta just seems a little weird and unnecessary, right? Before this, I’d always shied away from cooking pasta in my Instant Pot because I was afraid it would turn out overcooked or clumpy. Plus, why would I drag out my electric pressure cooker for a job my pots and pans can do pretty easily? But, as I found out, there are multiple benefits to making pasta in the Instant Pot. Here’s how simple it is – after quickly browning some beef directly in the Instant Pot, you’ll just toss in a jar of marinara sauce, a little water, and the dry spaghetti. In about 20 minutes of cooking (yes, including bringing the pot to pressure) actual magic happens: The meat becomes tender and the pasta lends its starch to the sauce, making the most luxurious version of this weeknight meal. Honestly? You probably won’t go back to cooking spaghetti any other way. Why You’ll Love It It’s way easier and faster than on the stovetop. It’s almost entirely hands-off; there’s no constant stirring or waiting for a big pot of water to boil. Everything is cooked in the Instant Pot. Instead of dirtying another pot to boil the pasta, both the pasta and water get dumped right onto the sauce. You’ll cook it all on high for eight minutes, and after a quick release of pressure you have a pot of perfectly al dente pasta in a seriously silky meat sauce. Key Ingredients for Instant Pot Spaghetti Ground beef: You’ll need 1 pound of ground beef. Spaghetti: Use your favorite brand of spaghetti . Marinara sauce: Use your choice of marinara sauce or any tomato-based pasta sauce. How to Make Instant Pot Spaghetti Sauté the beef. Sauté the beef in olive oil and season with salt, onion powder and garlic powder. Add 1/2 cup of the water, then the sauce. Add a portion of the water, then the sauce. Stir to combine well. Break the spaghetti in half and layer in the pot. Add dry pasta, then rest of the water. Don’t stir from this point on. Set the pressure cooker to HIGH for 8 minutes cook time. Seal the pressure cooker and cook on high for 8 minutes. Use a quick release to release pressure and stir. Open the pressure release valve (quick release) as soon as the cook time is up. Open the pressure cooker and stir the spaghetti into the sauce. Turn off the pressure cooker and remove the insert from the pressure cooker. Helpful Tips Always scrape the bottom of the pot after browning the meat. The goal here is to avoid getting a BURN warning from your pot, so you’ll want to brown the meat, add a little water to the pot, and scrape, scrape, scrape before you add the marinara. Layer the water under and over the pasta. To cook the pasta evenly, you’ll want to make sure there is water (or, in our case, sauce) both under the pasta and over it. I like to “rinse” my sauce jar with water and then pour it over the pasta to avoid waste, but feel free to skip this if you’re using homemade sauce. Resist the urge to stir after the pasta is added. As soon as you’ve got the pasta in the pot and the water over it, put the lid on. You can give the pasta a gentle prod, but do not stir, which will give you gummy, stuck-together pasta. Let it cool for a few minutes. After eight minutes on high pressure, release the pressure valve to do a quick release of pressure, carefully open the pot, and give the whole thing a swift stir. The pasta will be too hot to eat and will continue to cook as you remove the pot from your pressure cooker and get your bowls ready. A few minutes of cooling and a flurry of Parmesan cheese will make this the perfect weeknight dinner. Storage Tips Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days. What to Serve with Instant Pot Spaghetti You probably won't go back to cooking spaghetti any other way. Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound ground beef 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 2 cups water, divided 1 (24-ounce) jar marinara or tomato-based pasta sauce 8 ounces dry spaghetti Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving Turn an electric pressure cooker on to sauté. Once heated, add the olive oil and beef. Break the beef up into large pieces with a wooden spoon and season with the salt, onion powder, and garlic powder. Cook, stirring and breaking the beef into smaller and smaller pieces, until cooked through and no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Turn off the sauté function and add 1/2 cup of the water to the pot. Scrape the bottom of the pot to remove any stuck-on bits. Add the sauce and stir to combine well. Break the spaghetti strands in half and spread them in one or two layers over the ground beef mixture. Do not stir from this point on. Rinse the pasta sauce jar with the remaining 1 1/2 cups water (pour the water into the jar, twist on the lid, and shake gently) and then pour the water over the pasta. Remember — no stirring here. Seal the pressure cooker. Set to cook on HIGH pressure for 8 minutes. The cooker should take between 10 and 12 minutes to come up to pressure. Open the pressure release valve (quick release) as soon as the 8 minutes cook time is up. Open the pressure cooker and stir the spaghetti into the sauce. Turn off the pressure cooker and remove the insert from the pressure cooker. Serve with a flurry of grated Parmesan cheese. Recipe Notes Storage: Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Filed in: More to Love from The Kitchn Spinach Pasta A fast and fancy dinner no matter the occasion. Perry Santanachote Mar 21, 2022 Making Your Own Ravioli from Scratch Is Easier Than You'd Think There is nothing quite like homemade ravioli. When it’s well-made, even a filling as simple as cheese can make the most satisfying meal. The great news is that you — yes, you! — can make excellent ravioli at home. This recipe makes a lot of ravioli. The intention is that you’ll use some right away and freeze some to have on hand. If you’re going to put the time in to make them, it’s nice to make a big batch. Olivia Mack McCool May 28, 2025 "Too Good to Be True" Is What Everyone Says About This Chicken Alfredo Chicken Alfredo was my favorite “fancy” restaurant order as a kid — a luxe sauce clinging to fettuccine noodles topped with seasoned chicken. It was about as close to macaroni and cheese and chicken tenders as a 6-year-old could get at any Italian-American restaurant. Perhaps this is why most bottled Alfredo sauce falls short for me — the flavors are too entwined in my memories. Meghan Splawn Jan 30, 2026
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Volume 0% Press shift question mark to access a list of keyboard shortcuts Keyboard Shortcuts EnabledDisabled Play/PauseSPACE Increase Volume↑ Decrease Volume↓ Seek Forward→ Seek Backward← Captions On/Offc Fullscreen/Exit Fullscreenf Mute/Unmutem Seek %0-9 Next Up Caesar Dressing 00:37 H.264 320px H.264 480px H.264 720px H.264 1280px AAC Audio H.264 1920px H.264 1080px Live 00:00 01:05 01:05 More Videos 00:37 Caesar Dressing 00:32 The Best Cottage Cheese Pancakes 01:13 Heaven on Earth Cake 01:03 Tamagoyaki (Japanese Rolled Omelet) 00:37 Ham and Cheese Sliders Recipe (With Hawaiian Roll) 00:41 Roasted Brussels Sprouts Close This video file cannot be played.(Error Code: 224003) X Let’s just cut to the chase: I’m here to tell you that [spaghetti with meat sauce](https://www.thekitchn.com/spaghetti-recipe-23256140) in the [Instant Pot](https://www.thekitchn.com/50-recipes-that-you-can-make-in-your-instant-pot-233637) is nothing short of life-changing — and the very best thing to come out of my kitchen this year. But I know what you’re thinking: Spaghetti … in the Instant Pot? Pressure cookers are great for things like quickly breaking down tough cuts of meat, but something as simple and classic as pasta (which is already pretty easy to make) seems like it’s best left on the stovetop. For the uninitiated, [Instant Pot pasta](https://www.thekitchn.com/8-ridiculously-good-pasta-dinners-to-make-in-your-instant-pot-22961352) just seems a little weird and unnecessary, right? Before this, I’d always shied away from cooking pasta in my Instant Pot because I was afraid it would turn out overcooked or clumpy. Plus, why would I drag out my electric pressure cooker for a job my pots and pans can do pretty easily? But, as I found out, there are multiple benefits to making pasta in the Instant Pot. Here’s how simple it is – after quickly browning some beef directly in the Instant Pot, you’ll just toss in a jar of marinara sauce, a little water, and the dry spaghetti. In about 20 minutes of cooking (yes, including bringing the pot to pressure) actual magic happens: The meat becomes tender and the pasta lends its starch to the sauce, making the most luxurious version of this weeknight meal. Honestly? You probably won’t go back to cooking spaghetti any other way. ## Why You’ll Love It - It’s way easier and faster than on the stovetop. It’s almost entirely hands-off; there’s no constant stirring or waiting for a big pot of water to boil. - Everything is cooked in the Instant Pot. Instead of dirtying another pot to boil the pasta, both the pasta and water get dumped right onto the sauce. You’ll cook it all on high for eight minutes, and after a quick release of pressure you have a pot of perfectly al dente pasta in a seriously silky meat sauce. ![Cooked spaghetti and sauce in an Instant Pot](https://cdn.apartmenttherapy.info/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:eco,c_fit,w_730,h_548/k%2Farchive%2F20f823af9d31a7ab5f55079227cab188959e36e6_1ff363_landscape) ![Cooked spaghetti and sauce in an Instant Pot](https://cdn.apartmenttherapy.info/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:eco,w_730/k%2Farchive%2F20f823af9d31a7ab5f55079227cab188959e36e6_1ff363_landscape) Credit: [Joe Lingeman](https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/authors/joe) ## Key Ingredients for Instant Pot Spaghetti - Ground beef: You’ll need 1 pound of ground beef. - Spaghetti: Use your favorite [brand of spaghetti](https://www.thekitchn.com/boxed-spaghetti-taste-test-22997485). - Marinara sauce: Use your choice of [marinara sauce](https://www.thekitchn.com/chef-approved-jarred-pasta-sauce-brands-23086904) or any tomato-based pasta sauce. ## How to Make Instant Pot Spaghetti 1. Sauté the beef. Sauté the beef in olive oil and season with salt, onion powder and garlic powder. 2. Add 1/2 cup of the water, then the sauce. Add a portion of the water, then the sauce. Stir to combine well. 3. Break the spaghetti in half and layer in the pot. Add dry pasta, then rest of the water. Don’t stir from this point on. 4. Set the pressure cooker to HIGH for 8 minutes cook time. Seal the pressure cooker and cook on high for 8 minutes. 5. Use a quick release to release pressure and stir. Open the pressure release valve (quick release) as soon as the cook time is up. Open the pressure cooker and stir the spaghetti into the sauce. Turn off the pressure cooker and remove the insert from the pressure cooker. ![Cooked spaghetti and sauce in an Instant Pot](https://cdn.apartmenttherapy.info/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:eco,c_fit,w_730,h_913/k%2Farchive%2F20f823af9d31a7ab5f55079227cab188959e36e6) ![Cooked spaghetti and sauce in an Instant Pot](https://cdn.apartmenttherapy.info/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:eco,w_730/k%2Farchive%2F20f823af9d31a7ab5f55079227cab188959e36e6) Credit: [Joe Lingeman](https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/authors/joe) ## Helpful Tips - Always scrape the bottom of the pot after browning the meat. The goal here is to avoid getting a BURN warning from your pot, so you’ll want to brown the meat, add a little water to the pot, and scrape, scrape, scrape before you add the marinara. - Layer the water under and over the pasta. To cook the pasta evenly, you’ll want to make sure there is water (or, in our case, sauce) both under the pasta and over it. I like to “rinse” my sauce jar with water and then pour it over the pasta to avoid waste, but feel free to skip this if you’re using homemade sauce. - Resist the urge to stir after the pasta is added. As soon as you’ve got the pasta in the pot and the water over it, put the lid on. You can give the pasta a gentle prod, but do not stir, which will give you gummy, stuck-together pasta. - Let it cool for a few minutes. After eight minutes on high pressure, release the pressure valve to do a quick release of pressure, carefully open the pot, and give the whole thing a swift stir. The pasta will be too hot to eat and will continue to cook as you remove the pot from your pressure cooker and get your bowls ready. A few minutes of cooling and a flurry of Parmesan cheese will make this the perfect weeknight dinner. ## Storage Tips Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days. ![A large plate of spaghetti and meatballs cooked in an Instant Pot](https://cdn.apartmenttherapy.info/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:eco,c_fit,w_730,h_913/k%2Farchive%2F39ee03d747ff0e93c946bdaaf07320e7679f0287) ![A large plate of spaghetti and meatballs cooked in an Instant Pot](https://cdn.apartmenttherapy.info/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:eco,w_730/k%2Farchive%2F39ee03d747ff0e93c946bdaaf07320e7679f0287) Credit: [Joe Lingeman](https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/authors/joe) ## What to Serve with Instant Pot Spaghetti - [Homemade Garlic Bread](https://www.thekitchn.com/garlic-bread-recipe-23611185) - [Caesar Salad](https://www.thekitchn.com/caesar-salad-recipe-23667828) - [Garlicky Cheesy Breadsticks](https://www.thekitchn.com/cheese-breadsticks-recipe-23230183) - [Simple Arugula Salad](https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-simple-arugula-salad-254833) - [No-Knead Skillet Focaccia](https://www.thekitchn.com/skillet-focaccia-bread-recipe-261454) [Comments](https://www.thekitchn.com/instant-pot-spaghetti-264230#comments-264230) [(202)](https://www.thekitchn.com/instant-pot-spaghetti-264230#comments-264230) [Read reviews\!](https://www.thekitchn.com/instant-pot-spaghetti-264230#comments-264230) ## Instant Pot Spaghetti Recipe You probably won't go back to cooking spaghetti any other way. Prep time 10 minutes Cook time 15 minutes Serves 4 #### Nutritional Info View - pork-free - egg-free - soy-free - tree-nut-free - fish-free - high-fiber - balanced - shellfish-free - alcohol-free - peanut-free Per serving, based on 4 servings. (% daily value) - Calories 620 - Fat 29\.8 g (45.8%) - Saturated 9\.7 g (48.6%) - Carbs 55\.9 g (18.6%) - Fiber 5\.0 g (20.0%) - Sugars 10\.9 g - Protein 29\.8 g (59.7%) - Sodium 1079\.7 mg (45.0%) [![Powered by Edamam](https://developer.edamam.com/images/badge.png)](https://www.edamam.com/ "Powered by Edamam") ### Ingredients - 1 tablespoon olive oil - 1 pound ground beef - 1 teaspoon kosher salt - 1 teaspoon onion powder - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder - 2 cups water, divided - 1 (24-ounce) jar marinara or tomato-based pasta sauce - 8 ounces dry spaghetti - Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving [Shop Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/instant-pot-spaghetti-264230) ### Instructions Show Images 1. Turn an electric pressure cooker on to sauté. Once heated, add the olive oil and beef. Break the beef up into large pieces with a wooden spoon and season with the salt, onion powder, and garlic powder. Cook, stirring and breaking the beef into smaller and smaller pieces, until cooked through and no longer pink, about 5 minutes. ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 1](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 1](https://cdn.apartmenttherapy.info/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:eco,w_730/k%2Farchive%2F8c3928cef538a0192d5d39c858ebc56656ac8b19) 2. Turn off the sauté function and add 1/2 cup of the water to the pot. Scrape the bottom of the pot to remove any stuck-on bits. Add the sauce and stir to combine well. ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 2](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 2](https://cdn.apartmenttherapy.info/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:eco,w_730/k%2Farchive%2Fb39c847a745a2324c3424d4f0cc22e8ed5173c6a) 3. Break the spaghetti strands in half and spread them in one or two layers over the ground beef mixture. Do not stir from this point on. ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 3](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 3](https://cdn.apartmenttherapy.info/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:eco,w_730/k%2Farchive%2F91be638412192529558bcd74b27976517c009eb3) 4. Rinse the pasta sauce jar with the remaining 1 1/2 cups water (pour the water into the jar, twist on the lid, and shake gently) and then pour the water over the pasta. Remember — no stirring here. ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 4](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 4](https://cdn.apartmenttherapy.info/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:eco,w_730/k%2Farchive%2F8215b703bbaca97e484129bf9ffc7d32fafa0f65) 5. Seal the pressure cooker. Set to cook on HIGH pressure for 8 minutes. The cooker should take between 10 and 12 minutes to come up to pressure. ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 5](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 5](https://cdn.apartmenttherapy.info/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:eco,w_730/k%2Farchive%2F8c73c80cf03961c77044c27a3f001c19f581293f) 6. Open the pressure release valve (quick release) as soon as the 8 minutes cook time is up. Open the pressure cooker and stir the spaghetti into the sauce. Turn off the pressure cooker and remove the insert from the pressure cooker. 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[Serves4Prep10 minutesCook15 minutes](https://www.thekitchn.com/instant-pot-spaghetti-264230#post-recipe-13205) Cook Mode+ Save this to your Recipe Box — so everything you want to cook is in one place\! We [independently](https://www.thekitchn.com/about/the-kitchn-commerce-guidelines) select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Let’s just cut to the chase: I’m here to tell you that [spaghetti with meat sauce](https://www.thekitchn.com/spaghetti-recipe-23256140) in the [Instant Pot](https://www.thekitchn.com/50-recipes-that-you-can-make-in-your-instant-pot-233637) is nothing short of life-changing — and the very best thing to come out of my kitchen this year. But I know what you’re thinking: Spaghetti … in the Instant Pot? Pressure cookers are great for things like quickly breaking down tough cuts of meat, but something as simple and classic as pasta (which is already pretty easy to make) seems like it’s best left on the stovetop. For the uninitiated, [Instant Pot pasta](https://www.thekitchn.com/8-ridiculously-good-pasta-dinners-to-make-in-your-instant-pot-22961352) just seems a little weird and unnecessary, right? Before this, I’d always shied away from cooking pasta in my Instant Pot because I was afraid it would turn out overcooked or clumpy. Plus, why would I drag out my electric pressure cooker for a job my pots and pans can do pretty easily? But, as I found out, there are multiple benefits to making pasta in the Instant Pot. Here’s how simple it is – after quickly browning some beef directly in the Instant Pot, you’ll just toss in a jar of marinara sauce, a little water, and the dry spaghetti. In about 20 minutes of cooking (yes, including bringing the pot to pressure) actual magic happens: The meat becomes tender and the pasta lends its starch to the sauce, making the most luxurious version of this weeknight meal. Honestly? You probably won’t go back to cooking spaghetti any other way. Why You’ll Love It - It’s way easier and faster than on the stovetop. It’s almost entirely hands-off; there’s no constant stirring or waiting for a big pot of water to boil. - Everything is cooked in the Instant Pot. Instead of dirtying another pot to boil the pasta, both the pasta and water get dumped right onto the sauce. You’ll cook it all on high for eight minutes, and after a quick release of pressure you have a pot of perfectly al dente pasta in a seriously silky meat sauce. ![Cooked spaghetti and sauce in an Instant Pot](https://cdn.apartmenttherapy.info/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:eco,c_fit,w_730,h_548/k%2Farchive%2F20f823af9d31a7ab5f55079227cab188959e36e6_1ff363_landscape) Key Ingredients for Instant Pot Spaghetti - Ground beef: You’ll need 1 pound of ground beef. - Spaghetti: Use your favorite [brand of spaghetti](https://www.thekitchn.com/boxed-spaghetti-taste-test-22997485). - Marinara sauce: Use your choice of [marinara sauce](https://www.thekitchn.com/chef-approved-jarred-pasta-sauce-brands-23086904) or any tomato-based pasta sauce. How to Make Instant Pot Spaghetti 1. Sauté the beef. Sauté the beef in olive oil and season with salt, onion powder and garlic powder. 2. Add 1/2 cup of the water, then the sauce. Add a portion of the water, then the sauce. Stir to combine well. 3. Break the spaghetti in half and layer in the pot. Add dry pasta, then rest of the water. Don’t stir from this point on. 4. Set the pressure cooker to HIGH for 8 minutes cook time. Seal the pressure cooker and cook on high for 8 minutes. 5. Use a quick release to release pressure and stir. Open the pressure release valve (quick release) as soon as the cook time is up. Open the pressure cooker and stir the spaghetti into the sauce. Turn off the pressure cooker and remove the insert from the pressure cooker. ![Cooked spaghetti and sauce in an Instant Pot](https://cdn.apartmenttherapy.info/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:eco,c_fit,w_730,h_913/k%2Farchive%2F20f823af9d31a7ab5f55079227cab188959e36e6) Helpful Tips - Always scrape the bottom of the pot after browning the meat. The goal here is to avoid getting a BURN warning from your pot, so you’ll want to brown the meat, add a little water to the pot, and scrape, scrape, scrape before you add the marinara. - Layer the water under and over the pasta. To cook the pasta evenly, you’ll want to make sure there is water (or, in our case, sauce) both under the pasta and over it. I like to “rinse” my sauce jar with water and then pour it over the pasta to avoid waste, but feel free to skip this if you’re using homemade sauce. - Resist the urge to stir after the pasta is added. As soon as you’ve got the pasta in the pot and the water over it, put the lid on. You can give the pasta a gentle prod, but do not stir, which will give you gummy, stuck-together pasta. - Let it cool for a few minutes. After eight minutes on high pressure, release the pressure valve to do a quick release of pressure, carefully open the pot, and give the whole thing a swift stir. The pasta will be too hot to eat and will continue to cook as you remove the pot from your pressure cooker and get your bowls ready. A few minutes of cooling and a flurry of Parmesan cheese will make this the perfect weeknight dinner. Storage Tips Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days. ![A large plate of spaghetti and meatballs cooked in an Instant Pot](https://cdn.apartmenttherapy.info/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:eco,c_fit,w_730,h_913/k%2Farchive%2F39ee03d747ff0e93c946bdaaf07320e7679f0287) What to Serve with Instant Pot Spaghetti You probably won't go back to cooking spaghetti any other way. ### Ingredients - 1 tablespoon olive oil - 1 pound ground beef - 1 teaspoon kosher salt - 1 teaspoon onion powder - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder - 2 cups water, divided - 1 (24-ounce) jar marinara or tomato-based pasta sauce - 8 ounces dry spaghetti - Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving 1. Turn an electric pressure cooker on to sauté. Once heated, add the olive oil and beef. Break the beef up into large pieces with a wooden spoon and season with the salt, onion powder, and garlic powder. Cook, stirring and breaking the beef into smaller and smaller pieces, until cooked through and no longer pink, about 5 minutes. ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 1](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) 2. Turn off the sauté function and add 1/2 cup of the water to the pot. Scrape the bottom of the pot to remove any stuck-on bits. Add the sauce and stir to combine well. ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 2](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) 3. Break the spaghetti strands in half and spread them in one or two layers over the ground beef mixture. Do not stir from this point on. ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 3](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) 4. Rinse the pasta sauce jar with the remaining 1 1/2 cups water (pour the water into the jar, twist on the lid, and shake gently) and then pour the water over the pasta. Remember — no stirring here. ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 4](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) 5. Seal the pressure cooker. Set to cook on HIGH pressure for 8 minutes. The cooker should take between 10 and 12 minutes to come up to pressure. ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 5](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) 6. Open the pressure release valve (quick release) as soon as the 8 minutes cook time is up. Open the pressure cooker and stir the spaghetti into the sauce. Turn off the pressure cooker and remove the insert from the pressure cooker. Serve with a flurry of grated Parmesan cheese. ![Depiction of the instructions in Instructions step 6](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Recipe Notes Storage: Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Filed in: ## More to Love from The Kitchn ![](https://cdn.apartmenttherapy.info/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:low,c_fill,g_auto,w_120,h_80/k%2FPhoto%2FRecipe%20Ramp%20Up%2F2022-03-Spinach-Pasta%2Fspinach-pasta-1) [Spinach Pasta](https://www.thekitchn.com/spinach-pasta-recipe-23281156) A fast and fancy dinner no matter the occasion. Perry Santanachote Mar 21, 2022 ![Creamy baked pasta with chicken, melted cheese, and parsley, served in a green casserole dish.](https://cdn.apartmenttherapy.info/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:low,c_fill,g_auto,w_120,h_80/tk%2Fphoto%2F2025%2F12-2025%2F2025-12-chicken-alfredo-casserole%2Fchicken-alfredo-casserole-321_8628b1-cropped) ![overhead shot of cacio e pepe in a pot.](https://cdn.apartmenttherapy.info/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:low,c_fill,g_auto,w_120,h_80/k%2FPhoto%2FRecipes%2F2024-02-cacio-e-peppe%2Fcacio-e-peppe-293) ![Spaghetti coated in green pesto sauce with pieces of bacon and grated cheese in a stainless steel pan.](https://cdn.apartmenttherapy.info/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:low,c_fill,g_auto,w_120,h_80/tk%2Fphoto%2F2026%2F03-2026%2F2026-03-pesto-spaghetti-carbonara%2Fpesto-spaghetti-carbonara-256) ![overhead shot of penne alla vodka in a pan, topped with parmesan and basil](https://cdn.apartmenttherapy.info/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:low,c_fill,g_auto,w_120,h_80/k%2FPhoto%2FRecipes%2F2024-02-penne-alla-vodka%2Fpenne-alla-vodka-7) ![cheese ravioli on a baking tray with flour on top, prior to baking](https://cdn.apartmenttherapy.info/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:low,c_fill,g_auto,w_120,h_80/k%2FPhoto%2FRecipe%20Ramp%20Up%2F2021-11-Cheese-Ravioli%2FCheeseRavioli_1_ef597a_landscape) [Making Your Own Ravioli from Scratch Is Easier Than You'd Think](https://www.thekitchn.com/cheese-ravioli-recipe-23254810) There is nothing quite like homemade ravioli. When it’s well-made, even a filling as simple as cheese can make the most satisfying meal. The great news is that you — yes, you! — can make excellent ravioli at home. This recipe makes a lot of ravioli. The intention is that you’ll use some right away and freeze some to have on hand. If you’re going to put the time in to make them, it’s nice to make a big batch. Olivia Mack McCool May 28, 2025 ![a whole pie of Chicken alfredo pizza on a plate, sliced into 6 slices](https://cdn.apartmenttherapy.info/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:low,c_fill,g_auto,w_120,h_80/k%2FPhoto%2FRecipe%20Ramp%20Up%2F2021-07-Chicken-Alfredo-Pizza%2FChicken-Alfredo-Pizza-KitchnKitchn2970-1_01) ![Pasta with sautéed salmon pieces, garnished with lemon slices and herbs in a white skillet.](https://cdn.apartmenttherapy.info/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:low,c_fill,g_auto,w_120,h_80/tk%2Fphoto%2F2025%2F08-2025%2F2025-08-Salmon-Scampi%2FSalmon-Scampi_0215_c87a05-cropped) ![A slice of lasagna lifted on a spatula](https://cdn.apartmenttherapy.info/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:low,c_fill,g_auto,w_120,h_80/k%2FPhoto%2FRecipes%2F2024-11-lasagna-recipe%2Flasagna-recipe-115) ![An overhead photo of a bowl of chicken fettucine Alfredo with grated parmesan cheese and parsley on top on a tan stone background.](https://cdn.apartmenttherapy.info/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:low,c_fill,g_auto,w_120,h_80/k%2FPhoto%2FRecipes%2F2023-06-chicken-alfredo-pasta-reshoot%2Fchicken-alfredo-pasta-2-horizontal) ["Too Good to Be True" Is What Everyone Says About This Chicken Alfredo](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-chicken-alfredo-pasta-249767) Chicken Alfredo was my favorite “fancy” restaurant order as a kid — a luxe sauce clinging to fettuccine noodles topped with seasoned chicken. It was about as close to macaroni and cheese and chicken tenders as a 6-year-old could get at any Italian-American restaurant. Perhaps this is why most bottled Alfredo sauce falls short for me — the flavors are too entwined in my memories. Meghan Splawn Jan 30, 2026
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