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15-30 min4 - 6 servingsAmerican

Cheesy Creamy Ziti

By Chop Secrets

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4 - 6 servings

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15-30 min

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Easy

Cheesy Creamy Ziti
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Recipe Details

Course: Dinner

Difficulty: Easy

Prep Time: 5 min

Cook Time: 25 min

Total Time: 15-30 min

Cooking Technique: Pressure Cook

Cuisine: American

Yield: 4 - 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tsp garlic
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 12 oz dried ziti pasta
  • 1 1/2 cups pasta sauce
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh spinach

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Layer broth, cream, garlic, salt, pepper and pasta, in that order, in the pot--do not stir. Ensure all pasta is submerged.
  2. Secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
  3. Using the display panel select the MANUAL or PRESSURE COOK function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 6 minutes.
  4. When the time is up, let the pressure naturally release for 6 minutes, then quick-release the remaining pressure.
  5. Stir in the pasta sauce.
  6. Add the cheeses, 1/3 cup at a time, stirring after each additional until fully melted and incorporated.
  7. Serve hot garnished with finely chopped spinach (optional).

Notes

*The MANUAL and PRESSURE COOK buttons are interchangeable.

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Chop Secrets is a culinary platform that focuses on recipe development, offering a wide variety of accessible and time-saving meal ideas. The site is a go-to destination for home cooks looking for delicious recipes that are simple to follow. Known for its collaborations with Instant Pot, Chop Secrets has produced over 250 recipe videos, providing users with step-by-step guides to make cooking easier and more enjoyable. With a range of recipes spanning from appetizers to desserts, Chop Secrets helps both beginners and seasoned cooks explore the versatility of their kitchen tools. The platform also offers a popular Instant Pot Master Class, which teaches essential techniques for mastering this appliance through cook-along lessons and printable resources, helping people create flavorful meals with minimal effort.

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