Instant pot farfalle pasta with sausages. In this quick recipe, farfalle pasta is cooked in the Instant Pot with sausages and vegetables. It’s a hearty, satisfying one-pot meal that’s ready in just 10 minutes.
What is Farfalle Pasta?
What is Farfalle Pasta?
Farfalle pasta is a type of pasta that has a unique shape. It’s also known as bow-tie pasta, but it’s not only the shape that makes it different.
The shape of Farfalle pasta allows the sauce to cling to the noodles and not fall off. This makes it perfect for cooking in broth or other flavorful liquids. The ridges on Farfalle pasta also make it easier to pick up with your fingers and eat with your hands.
Farfalle is an Italian word meaning “butterfly” or “bow-tie” in Italian, and this name comes from its distinctive butterfly-like shape.
How to Prepare the Farfalle Pasta in the Instant Pot
Farfalle pasta is a type of pasta that can be cooked in the Instant Pot. It is typically cooked in less than 10 minutes, but you should always check the cooking time with your specific model.
The process of preparing the farfalle pasta in the Instant Pot is simple and quick. You just have to rinse the farfalle pasta under cold water and then add it to your Instant Pot. Add a little bit of water and close the lid on your instant pot. The pressure will build up automatically after adding 1 cup of water to your Instant Pot, and it will take about 10 minutes for it to cook.
Once you are done cooking, use a slotted spoon or tongs to remove the farfalle pasta from the pot, drain excess water if necessary, and serve immediately with desired sauce or toppings.
What is the Best Way to Reheat Your Perfectly Cooked Farfalle Pasta?
It is important to know how to reheat your pasta without it becoming mushy. Here are some tips for cooking perfect farfalle pasta in an instant pot.
Your best bet is to use an oven-safe dish and place the cooked pasta on top of it. Then, place the whole thing on a baking sheet in the oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 10 minutes.
Instant Pot Farfalle Pasta with Sausages
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound (480 g) of Italian sausages (mild or hot), sliced
- 1 yellow onion, peeled and finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
- 1 large carrot, peeled and sliced
- 28 oz (840 ml) can of crushed tomatoes in puree
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3½ cups (875 ml) water
- 16 oz (480 g) dried farfalle pasta
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in an electric instant pot turned to saute mode.
Add sausages, carrots, onions, and garlic. Saute, stirring occasionally, until the meat is no longer pink.
Cancel saute mode and add the remaining ingredients. Stir well to combine.
Close the pot and lock the lid. Set the machine to cook to high pressure. Set the timer to cook for 5 minutes.
Using the Quick Release method, bring pressure to normal. Carefully unlock and open the lid.
Stir the mixture well. Switch the cooker to simmer mode and cook, stirring often, until farfalle is tender, for about 3-5 minutes.
Serve hot.
