Instant Pot Ragu Beef Cavatappi

Hi, Mamas! If you are looking for a family-friendly instant pot recipe that has the added bonus of potentially turning into a kids’ favorite then look no further! You need to make this Instant Pot Ragu Beef Cavatappi.

This recipe takes Cavatappi noodles and elevates them to a whole other level that is perfect to serve on a busy weeknight or for special guests. The use of the Instant Pot turns the beef into mouth-watering, tender bites of goodness, without having to cook for an extremely long time.

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Instant Pot Ragu Beef Cavatappi

Instant Pot and Crockpot recipes are a staple in my household at any time of the year. However, as a busy mom, my Instant Pot and Crockpot get workouts during the colder seasons. Busy moms understand how important it is to cook a good homecooked meal for the kids and significant other. However, sometimes we are really short on time. This is where the Instant Pot and Crockpot comes into play.

Ingredients

• 24 oz jar spaghetti sauce
• 2 lbs beef short ribs
• 1 lb Cavatappi pasta
• 2 tablespoons garlic
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

1. Add olive oil to the instant pot.
2. Set to saute mode.
3. Add in beef short ribs and sear the outsides.
4. Turn off saute mode.
5. Add garlic, water, and spaghetti sauce.
6. Place lid on instant pot and close vent to sealed.
7. Set to high pressure for 40 minutes.
8. Quick-release pressure once instant pot stops counting. 
9. Cook pasta as directed on the box while sauce and beef are cooking.
10. Open the instant pot and remove beef.
11. Shred beef and add back to the sauce. 
12. Drain pasta and add to instant pot with beef and sauce. 

And there you have it! Fresh, yummy, warm homecooked Instant Pot Ragu Beef Cavatappi for your family. Let me let you in on a little added bonus secret…this makes great leftovers. I even think it might be a little better the next day because the sauce gets the chance to soak into the beef and noodles. It is great for lunches the next day.

Happy Cooking, Mamas!!

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Instant Pot Ragu Beef Cavatappi

Yield: 6 Servings

Prep Time: 7 minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes

Total Time: 47 minutes

Family-friendly instant pot recipe that has the added bonus of potentially turning into a kids' favorite!

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Ingredients

• 24 oz jar spaghetti sauce
• 2 lbs beef short ribs
• 1 lb cavatappi pasta
• 2 tablespoons garlic
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

1. Add olive oil to the instant pot.
2. Set to saute mode.
3. Add in beef short ribs and sear the outsides.
4. Turn off saute mode.
5. Add garlic, water, and spaghetti sauce.
6. Place lid on instant pot and close vent to sealed.
7. Set to high pressure for 40 minutes.
8. Quick-release pressure once instant pot stops counting. 
9. Cook pasta as directed on box while sauce and beef is cooking.
10. Open instant pot and remove beef.
11. Shred beef and add back to sauce. 
12. Drain pasta and add to instant pot with beef and sauce. 

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