Instant Pot Alfredo Pasta Meatball

Transform your weeknight dinners with this delectable Meatball Alfredo Pasta recipe made effortlessly in your Instant Pot. This guide will walk you through creating a comforting, cheesy dish that’s both satisfying and quick to prepare.

Introduction to Meatball Alfredo Pasta

Today, we’re making a mouthwatering meatball alfredo pasta dish using an Instant Pot. Don’t worry if you don’t have an Instant Pot, as we’ll provide instructions for both Instant Pot and stovetop methods, along with a full ingredient list.

Preparing the Ingredients

Before we start, let’s take a look at the ingredients needed for this recipe. We’ll be using ground beef, milk, bread crumbs, dried spices, garlic, cheese, olive oil, beef bullion, pasta, whipping cream, almond milk, salt, pepper, cornstarch, and fresh Italian parsley.

Making the Meatballs

To begin, we’ll prepare the meatballs by mixing the ground beef with dried spices, milk, and bread crumbs. Use your hands or wear gloves to mix everything together until it’s fully incorporated. Then, roll the mixture into small meatballs, ensuring they’re all the same size so they cook evenly.

Preparing the Garlic and Cheese

Next, mince the garlic using a garlic press or grate it. You can also use garlic powder as an alternative. Additionally, grate the cheese, so it’s ready to go once the Instant Pot is done.

Cooking the Meatballs and Garlic

Turn the Instant Pot to sauté mode on high and add a drizzle of olive oil. Once hot, add the meatballs in batches and cook until they’re browned on all sides. Remove the cooked meatballs and set them aside. Add the minced garlic and stir, then deglaze the pot with a little water to prevent anything from sticking to the bottom.

Adding the Pasta and Liquid

Add all the meatballs back into the pot, along with beef bullion for added flavor. Then, add the pasta, breaking it in half to fit comfortably in the pot. Add water to cover the pasta, making sure not to stir it.

Cooking the Pasta

Close the lid of the Instant Pot and set it to high pressure for three minutes. Allow five minutes of natural pressure release, followed by a quick release. Once the pin drops, open the lid to reveal perfectly cooked pasta.

Adding the Cream and Cheese

Stir everything together, then add a combination of whipping cream and almond milk. Feel free to adjust the cream mixture to your preference. Add the grated cheese and stir until it’s fully incorporated. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.

Thickening the Sauce

Hit cancel on the Instant Pot and set it back to sauté mode on high. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then add a cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce. Keep in mind that the sauce will continue to thicken as it cools and refrigerates.

Finishing Touches

Add some fresh Italian parsley and stir everything. Now it’s time to plate the dish, adding some meatballs on top. You can also add red chili flakes for an extra kick of heat.

Conclusion

This meatball alfredo pasta is incredibly delicious, easy to make, and packed with flavor. Be sure to try this recipe out and explore more Instant Pot recipes in our playlist. Thanks for watching, and we’ll see you in the next video!