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Quick Instant Pot Pasta Recipe Perfectly Al Dente in 4 Minutes

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A fast and easy Instant Pot pasta recipe that delivers perfectly al dente noodles in just 4 minutes of pressure cooking, ideal for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces dry short pasta (penne, rigatoni, or fusilli)
  • 2 ½ cups water (600 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Optional: minced garlic cloves
  • Optional: fresh herbs like basil or parsley
  • Optional: grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Measure the pasta and water. Add 8 ounces (225 g) of dry pasta into the Instant Pot. Pour in 2 ½ cups (600 ml) of water, making sure the pasta is just covered. Add 1 teaspoon salt and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Stir gently to combine.
  2. Secure the lid. Close the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to the sealing position.
  3. Set the cooking time. Select the “Manual” or “Pressure Cook” setting and set the timer for 4 minutes at high pressure.
  4. Natural release for 5 minutes. When the cooking cycle ends, let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes.
  5. Quick release remaining pressure. Carefully switch the valve to “venting” to release any remaining steam. Open the lid away from your face to avoid burns.
  6. Stir and check pasta. Stir with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula. If too firm, add a splash of boiling water and cook on sauté mode for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Drain or serve immediately. Drain excess water if needed, or serve pasta with your favorite sauce directly from the pot.

Notes

Use short, sturdy pasta shapes like penne or rigatoni for best results. Do not overfill with water to avoid mushy pasta. Natural pressure release for 5 minutes is important to finish cooking gently. Stir pasta after cooking to prevent sticking. For gluten-free pasta, reduce cooking time by 1 minute.

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