Creamy Instant Taco Pasta (Stampa)
Comforting taco-style pasta with beef, cheese, and creamy sauce—all made in one pot.
# Ingredienti:
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1 lb ground beef (85-90% lean)
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1 medium yellow onion, diced
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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2 tablespoons mild taco seasoning
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1 cup tomato sauce
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1 cup mild salsa
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2 cups beef stock
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12 oz medium pasta shells, uncooked
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1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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0.5 cup heavy cream
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0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
# Istruzioni:
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Set Instant Pot to SAUTE mode and cook ground beef for about 3 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon until no pink remains.
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Stir in diced onion and minced garlic. Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened. Turn off SAUTE mode.
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Sprinkle taco seasoning, salt, and pepper over the beef. Pour in tomato sauce, salsa, and beef stock. Stir well to deglaze the pot.
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Add uncooked pasta shells over the mixture. Gently press them into the liquid with a spatula until fully submerged.
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Secure the lid and set valve to SEALING. Cook on HIGH PRESSURE for 4 minutes. Allow 10 minutes for the pot to pressurize.
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Perform a quick pressure release. Stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese until fully melted and sauce is creamy. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
# Note utili:
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For a spicier version, use hot salsa or stir in jalapeños or red pepper flakes.
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Substitute ground turkey or black beans for a lighter or vegetarian alternative.
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Use freshly shredded cheese for best melting results without clumping.
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Let the pasta rest 2-3 minutes after adding cheese and cream for ideal consistency.