Instant Pot Italian Wedding Soup

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped (1 cup)
• 2 carrots, chopped (1 cup)
• 3 celery stalks, chopped (1 cup)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
• 1 can (14 ounces) chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 package (12 ounces) dried mini pasta (such as ditalini or acini di pepe)
• 2 cups frozen peas
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

25 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Heat the olive oil in the Instant Pot using the "Sauté" function.
2. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon.
3. Add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
5. Add the pasta and frozen peas.
6. Secure the lid and cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.
7. Quick release the pressure.
8. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per serving (1 cup)
• Fat: 10 grams
• Carbohydrates: 45 grams
• Protein: 20 grams
• Fiber: 5 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Hearty and comforting
• Savory and flavorful
• Loaded with vegetables and protein
• Perfect for a cold winter day

User Comments:

• "This soup is absolutely delicious! It's so easy to make and I love that it's packed with vegetables."
• "I've made this soup countless times and it always gets rave reviews from my family and friends."
• "This is the perfect soup to warm you up on a cold day. It's so comforting and filling."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be careful when releasing the pressure from the Instant Pot.
• If you don't have an Instant Pot, you can make this soup in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Just adjust the cooking time accordingly.
• You can use any type of dried mini pasta you like.
• You can also add other vegetables to this soup, such as zucchini, bell peppers, or spinach.