One Pot Pressure Cooker Penne Rigate Pasta
Make this Easy One Pot Pressure Cooker Penne Rigate Pasta Recipe in 30 mins! Comforting vegan pasta bursting with flavors. Great quick and easy dinner
Make this Easy One Pot Pressure Cooker Penne Rigate Pasta Recipe in 30 mins! Comforting vegan pasta bursting with flavors. Great quick and easy dinner
- 2 cups water
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 1 small onion (sliced)
- black pepper (to taste)
- kosher salt (to taste)
- 450 grams penne pasta
- 1 small shallot ( diced (optional))
- 12 white mushrooms (sliced)
- 1 zucchini squash (thickly sliced)
- dash sherry wine
- pinch oregano (dried)
- pinch basil (dried)
- olive oil (desired amount)
- 1 cup chicken stock (or vegetable stock )
- 1/2 cup tomato paste (5.5 fl oz can)
- 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce (omit if vegetarian/vegan)
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce (omit if vegetarian/vegan)
- Carbohydrate 123.577602782524 g
- Cholesterol 164.25 mg
- Fat 5.18281154008121 g
- Fiber 0.0624923215809079 g
- Protein 26.2684928625354 g
- Saturated Fat 0.738859269408933 g
- Serving Size 1 1 -4 serving (478g)
- Sodium 581.848628944543 mg
- Sugar 123.515110460943 g
- Trans Fat 1.70993723122274 g
- Calories 653 calories
Step-by-step
- Press Sauté button and click the adjust button to Sauté More function on the Instant Pot. Wait until indicator says "hot".
- If you prefer crunchy zucchini squash, sauté sliced zucchini squash with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and set aside.
- Flavor Enhancement Step: Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Ensure to coat the oil over the whole bottom of the pot. Add minced shallot and sliced onion, then sauté. Add a pinch of kosher salt and ground black pepper to season. Stir occasionally until slightly browned.
- Add minced garlic and stir for roughly 30 seconds until fragrant. Add sliced mushrooms, a pinch of dried oregano, a pinch of dried basil, and sliced zucchini squash (omit zucchini squash if you already sautéed them) and cook for another minute. Taste and adjust if necessary.
- Pour in a dash of sherry wine and deglaze the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon.
- Mix 1 cup of unsalted homemade chicken stock (or vegetable stock), 2 cups of water, 2 tablespoons of light soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of fish sauce, and 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce in the pot.
- Pour penne in the sauce. Place tomato paste on top of the pasta and mix. Test seasoning and adjust. Ensure all penne are completely submerged in the sauce.
- Pressure cook on Manual at High Pressure for 4 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and wait 5 minutes before Quick Releasing the pressure.
- Taste pasta, if you find them too hard, close lid and let the leftover heat cook them until desired doneness.
- If you have set aside some crunchy zucchini squash, now is the time to mix them in and serve immediately. Add freshly grated Parmesan cheese to take it up a level. Enjoy!
A Busy Woman's Guide to Delicious and Easy Weeknight Dinners
Life as a working professional can be hectic. Between early morning meetings, client calls that stretch into the evening, and the constant juggling act of work and personal life, finding time for a home-cooked meal often feels impossible. But I’m here to tell you, it doesn't have to be that way. My secret weapon? The pressure cooker. This incredible kitchen gadget has completely revolutionized my weeknight dinners, and I'm thrilled to share one of my absolute favorite recipes with you: One-Pot Pressure Cooker Penne Rigate Pasta.
I used to dread dinner time. The thought of spending an hour in the kitchen after a long day at the office was exhausting. Take-out was convenient, but it was expensive and rarely satisfying. Then I discovered the magic of the pressure cooker. Not only does it cut down on cooking time drastically, but it also simplifies the entire process. This recipe, for example, is ready in under 30 minutes from start to finish – perfect for those busy weeknights when you’re short on time but still crave a delicious, home-cooked meal. And the best part? It’s incredibly versatile. You can easily adapt this recipe to suit your dietary preferences and the ingredients you have on hand.
This recipe isn't just quick and easy; it’s also unbelievably flavorful. The combination of savory chicken stock (or vegetable stock for a vegetarian option), rich tomato paste, aromatic herbs, and perfectly cooked penne pasta creates a symphony of taste that will leave you wanting more. And the pressure cooking method ensures that the pasta is cooked evenly and al dente every single time. No more mushy, overcooked pasta for me!
The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity. It’s essentially a one-pot wonder, meaning minimal cleanup is involved – another huge win on busy weeknights. Simply toss everything into the pressure cooker, set the timer, and let the magic happen. While it’s cooking, I can usually catch up on emails, or finally tackle that stack of paperwork that's been piling up on my desk.
Beyond its practicality, this recipe represents something far more significant to me: a moment of self-care amidst the chaos. In a world that often feels relentless, carving out even 30 minutes to prepare a healthy and satisfying meal is a small act of rebellion against the tyranny of the to-do list. It's a chance to slow down, reconnect with myself, and enjoy the simple pleasure of a well-deserved dinner. And with this recipe, that pleasure is easily accessible, even on the busiest of days.
I hope this recipe brings you the same joy and convenience it has brought to my life. So ditch the take-out menus and the pre-packaged meals, and give this One-Pot Pressure Cooker Penne Rigate Pasta a try. You won’t regret it! Whether you're a seasoned pressure cooker pro or a complete novice, you'll find this recipe incredibly straightforward and rewarding. And remember, even on the busiest of days, taking time for a nourishing meal is an act of self-love. Enjoy!
