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“Baked” Pasta Casserole - West Bend

“Baked” Pasta Casserole

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Ingredients

1 lb. Rigatoni, ziti, or penne pasta ¾ -1 lb. Ground beef 1 med. Carrot, chopped finely 1 med. Onion, chopped finely 1 med. rib Celery, chopped finely 1 - 14.5 oz. can Tomato purée 2 cups Shredded mozzarella 2½ tsp. Salt Pepper, to taste

Cooking Process

Preheat pressure cooker to brown setting. Add 1 - 2 tbsp. butter to the cooking vessel, then cook the onions, carrots, and celery for about 5 minutes. Add the meat, ½ tsp. salt, and pepper to taste. Cook meat until browned. Add pasta, tomato puree, remaining salt and stir to combine. Add enough water to cover pasta completely. Note: do not use quick cooking pastas. Securely close lid to locked position, set pressure limiting valve to “Airtight”. Follow basic directions for pressure cooking, and cook at low pressure for 5 minutes. Use quick pressure release when cooking has completed. If pasta is too done, reduce cooking time by 1 - 2 minutes. Sprinkle cheese over finished dish prior to serving.

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