Instant Pot Turkey Bolognese

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Turkey is substituted for beef in this dreamy Bolognese sauce, plus your picky eaters might not even notice you've snuck some veggies in. Serve with freshly shaved Parmesan cheese if desired.

Submitted by thedailygourmet
Published on August 19, 2020
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • ½ (16 ounce) package rotini pasta

  • 1 ¼ pounds ground turkey

  • 1 shallot, minced

  • 1 teaspoon granulated garlic

  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

  • 2 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

  • 1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

  • 1 (14 ounce) jar marinara sauce

  • ¾ cup low-fat milk

  • 2 ounces low-fat cream cheese

  • 1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes.

  2. Meanwhile, turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function. Allow pot to get hot, then add turkey, shallot, garlic granules, and Italian seasoning. Cook, breaking up turkey until crumbly and browned, about 5 minutes. Cancel Saute mode. Level out turkey mixture. Spread the carrots and zucchini over the top.

  3. Mix marinara sauce and milk together. Pour over the vegetables. Place cream cheese on top. Do not stir. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

  4. Drain pasta. Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Add drained pasta and stir to combine.

Cook's Note:

You can use any pasta shape you like for this recipe.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

395 Calories
12g Fat
44g Carbs
28g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 395
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g 15%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 79mg 26%
Sodium 408mg 18%
Total Carbohydrate 44g 16%
Dietary Fiber 4g 15%
Total Sugars 10g
Protein 28g 55%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 105mg 8%
Iron 4mg 20%
Potassium 727mg 15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.