Marinara Pressure Sauce
Sneak extra plant protein and vegetables into your pasta with this quick pressure cooker marinara recipe! Red lentils and sweet potatoes create a delicious and healthy sauce, perfect for topping pasta or pizza, or enjoying on its own. This recipe is naturally vegan and gluten-free.
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Instructions
- 1
Pick over the [red lentils] and remove any stones or shriveled lentils, then rinse them in a fine mesh sieve.
- 2
Sauté the red lentils (0.5 cup), sweet potato (1 large), garlic (2.5 cloves), and salt (1 tsp) over medium heat in the pressure cooker for 1-2 minutes, to bring out the garlic flavor and warm up the cooker.
- 3
Add the crushed tomatoes (2 can) and water (1.5 cup), stirring well to ensure the [red lentils] do not stick to the bottom.
- 4
Bring the pressure cooker to high pressure. Reduce heat to maintain pressure for minutes (13). If using an electric pressure cooker, set to high for minutes (13).
- 5
Allow the pressure to release naturally for 10-15 minutes before removing the lid. If not fully released, use the valve.
- 6
Stir to combine. Puree with an [immersion blender] if a smooth sauce is desired before serving.
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