INSTANT POT CREAMY SHELLS AND BEEF

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Creamy shells and beef made in the Instant Pot.

Provided by Elyse

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 Tablespoon olive oil
1 pound lean ground beef
1 onion (diced)
1 Tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 Tablespoon tomato paste
1 (16 ounce) pkg. medium pasta shells
1 (24 ounce) jar pasta sauce
3 cups water
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup half and half
4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
fresh parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • Add olive oil to the inner pot of the Instant Pot and turn on SAUTE mode.
  • Add diced onion to the Instant Pot and sauté for a few minutes until onion starts to soften.
  • Add ground beef to the pot, break into small pieces, and cook until browned; drain excess grease and turn off the Instant Pot.
  • Add Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, pepper and tomato paste to the beef mixture; stir to combine.
  • Pour uncooked pasta shells on top of the ground beef mixture, then pour pasta sauce and water on top. Don't stir the pasta and sauce together.
  • Place the lid on the Instant Pot and put the valve in SEALING position. Cook on MANUAL/HIGH for 5 minutes.
  • Do a manual pressure release and when the pin drops, remove the lid.
  • Stir in parmesan cheese, half and half and cream cheese until well combined.
  • Serve and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 1898 kcal, Fat 119 g, SaturatedFat 59 g, Cholesterol 507 mg, Sodium 3688 mg, Carbohydrate 72 g, Sugar 25 g, Protein 140 mg

jerry david
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This recipe is a great starting point for creating your own unique dish. I've made it several times and I always add different ingredients to the sauce. It's a great way to experiment with different flavors.


Michelle Rofael
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I made a few changes to this recipe and it turned out great! I used ground turkey instead of beef and I added some chopped spinach and mushrooms to the sauce. It was a delicious and healthy meal.


Sane Shange
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my dish turned out a bit watery. The sauce was too thin and the beef was a bit tough. I think I might have added too much liquid to the sauce.


murad ali
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This recipe was a bit too time-consuming for me. I had to spend a lot of time prepping the ingredients and cooking the dish. I think I would prefer a recipe that is a bit quicker and easier.


DM Musharraf
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. The sauce lacked flavor and the beef was a bit dry. I think I would add some more spices and herbs to the sauce next time.


Marina Noel
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This recipe was a bit too rich for my taste. The sauce was very heavy and the beef was a bit greasy. I think I would prefer a lighter version of this dish.


Abcd Joker
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The shells were cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and cheesy. I highly recommend this recipe.


Thomas Michel
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The creamy sauce and the tender beef make the vegetables taste delicious. I usually add some chopped carrots and peas to the sauce.


Dee Hill
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. My family loves the creamy sauce and the tender beef. I usually add some chopped broccoli or zucchini to the sauce for a little extra nutrition.


Jaja Khan
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The beef was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and cheesy. I served it with a side of garlic bread and it was a perfect meal.


Jabbar Ahmad
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I'm not a big fan of beef, but I really enjoyed this dish. The sauce was so creamy and flavorful that it made the beef taste amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Ojo Goodness
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover beef. I had some leftover steak and it worked perfectly in this dish. The sauce is also very versatile. I added some chopped spinach and mushrooms to mine.


Shahidraza Rajput
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The shells were cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and cheesy. I highly recommend this recipe.


Michael Lohr
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The beef was tender and flavorful, and the creamy sauce was rich and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.