Instant Pot Lentil Bolognese

Directions

1. Press “sauté” button on Instant Pot and add olive oil. Once hot, add the onion and celery and season with salt and pepper. Keep the lid off and sauté for 5 minutes, or until the onions are clear and the celery is soft.
2. Add the ground beef and garlic. Cook for 4-5 minutes to brown the beef.
3. Add red wine and stir, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pot, let evaporate for 5 minutes.
4. Add lentils, tomatoes, water, and spices to the Instant Pot, close the steam release knob and set to MANUAL for 20 minutes. (It will take about 10 minutes for the pressure to build, then the timer will begin.) Now is a good time to cook your pasta.
5. Once the timer has stopped, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then turn to vent to release the remaining pressure completely before opening the lid. Stir in the basil, taste, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve over cooked pasta.