Description
Delight in the warmth and comfort of Instant Pot Christmas Soup, a delightful dish that brings festive cheer to your holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners. This vibrant soup features a luscious blend of tomatoes and creamy cheese, making it a flavorful centerpiece for any occasion. With its quick preparation time and minimal cleanup, you can focus on making cherished memories with loved ones rather than spending hours in the kitchen. Customizable with your favorite vegetables or proteins, this soup is not just a meal; it’s a comforting experience that will impress your guests and satisfy all appetites.
Ingredients
Scale
- 7 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 (14.5 oz) can petite diced tomatoes with juice
- 1 (14.5 oz) can Italian stewed tomatoes with juice
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 12 oz tri-color spiral pasta
- 16 oz cheese (like Velveeta)
- ¼ cup milk
- Fresh basil and cayenne pepper for seasoning
Instructions
- Gather and measure all ingredients.
- Pour broth into the Instant Pot and add the diced tomatoes along with their juices.
- Stir in the Italian stewed tomatoes, diced tomatoes with green chilies, pasta, cubed cheese, milk, fresh basil, and cayenne pepper.
- Seal the lid on the Instant Pot and set to cook on high pressure for 8 minutes.
- Allow for a natural release for about 10 minutes before manually releasing any remaining pressure.
- Carefully open the lid, stir well, serve hot in bowls, and garnish as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg