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Instant Pot Lentil Bolognese

  By lentilsorg      

December 13, 2017

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A rich and hearty Italian meat sauce of simmered tomatoes, aromatic onions, garlic, celery, garlic, oregano, beef, and lentils. Serve atop al dente pasta noodles with fresh basil and grated parmesan cheese.

  • Prep: 5 Minutes
  • Cook: 35 Minutes

  • 5 Minutes

    35 Minutes

    40 Minutes

  • Yields: 6
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Directions

  1. Press “sauté” button on Instant Pot and add olive oil. Once hot, add the onion and celery and season with salt and pepper. Keep the lid off and sauté for 5 minutes, or until the onions are clear and the celery is soft.
  2. Add the ground beef and garlic. Cook for 4-5 minutes to brown the beef.
  3. Add red wine and stir, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pot, let evaporate for 5 minutes.
  4. Add lentils, tomatoes, water, and spices to the Instant Pot, close the steam release knob and set to MANUAL for 20 minutes. (It will take about 10 minutes for the pressure to build, then the timer will begin.) Now is a good time to cook your pasta.
  5. Once the timer has stopped, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then turn to vent to release the remaining pressure completely before opening the lid. Stir in the basil, taste, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve over cooked pasta.

Ingredients

2 Tbsp (45 mL) extra virgin olive oil

1/2 cup (125 mL) chopped onion

1/2 cup (125 mL) chopped celery

1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt

1/4 tsp (1 mL) pepper

1 lb (500 g) lean ground beef

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 cup (250 mL) dry red wine

1 cup (250 mL) green lentils

1 (28 oz/798 mL) can tomatoes, chopped

½ cup (125 mL) water

1 tsp (5 mL) dried oregano

1 tsp (5 mL) fennel seeds

1/2 tsp (2 mL) ground nutmeg

1/4 cup (60 mL) chopped fresh basil

salt and pepper, to taste

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size1 1/3 cups (325 mL)
Calories300
Sodium260 mg
Potassium354 mg
Protein22 g
Cholesterol40 mg
Sugar6 g
Total Fat10 g
Saturated Fat2 g
Total Carbohydrates23 g
Dietary Fiber7 g