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15-Min Creamy Penne

Penne, marinara, and cream cheese come together in an Instant Pot for a silky, rich pasta that tastes like you simmered it for hours. Ready in under 5 minutes of pressure cooking.

Total time
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
520
Protein
18g
15-Min Creamy Penne
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Ingredients

  • 12 oz penne pasta
  • 24 oz marinara sauce
  • 6 oz cream cheese

Instructions

  1. 1

    Add penne, marinara sauce, and 1 cup water to the Instant Pot.

  2. 2

    Seal the lid and set to high pressure for 4 minutes.

  3. 3

    Quick-release the pressure, then stir in the cream cheese until smooth.

  4. 4

    Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • Instant Pot (6-quart or larger)
  • wooden spoon

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