I love making dinner easy, especially on busy weeknights. My Instant Pot is a real helper for fast, comforting meals, and these Instant Pot soups are a staple in my home. Today, I’m sharing two simple Instant Pot soup recipes that my family truly enjoys.
These recipes are perfect for getting a warm, hearty family dinner on the table without much fuss. You’ll find them straightforward and full of flavor, making your meal prep a breeze.
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Quick Instant Pot Beef Taco Soup Recipe
This Instant Pot beef taco soup is perfect for busy nights. It brings all your favorite taco flavors into a warm bowl, ready fast.
You can get a satisfying meal on the table in about 30 minutes, making it a great choice for any day.
Key Ingredients & Taco Soup Tips
- Ground Beef Choice: For a lighter soup, use lean ground beef (90/10 or higher) and drain any extra grease after browning.
- Seasoning Mix: A packet of taco seasoning is easy, but you can also mix your own with chili powder, cumin, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Topping Ideas: Offer different toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, crushed tortilla chips, diced avocado, or fresh cilantro.
What You Need for Taco Soup
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
- 15 oz can corn, drained
- 15 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 10 oz can diced tomatoes with green chiles, undrained
- 3 cups chicken broth
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, tortilla chips
⏱️ Time: 30 minutes🍽️ Yields: 6 servings
How to Make Beef Taco Soup
Step 1: Brown Beef & Onion
Set your Instant Pot to ‘Sauté’. Add the ground beef and chopped onion. Cook until the beef is browned and the onion is soft, breaking up the beef as it cooks. Drain any excess fat from the pot.
Step 2: Add Soup Ingredients
Turn off the sauté function. Add the taco seasoning, corn, black beans, diced tomatoes with green chiles, and chicken broth to the pot. Stir gently to combine everything. Do not stir too much after adding broth, to avoid a ‘burn’ notice.
Step 3: Pressure Cook Soup
Secure the lid on your Instant Pot and set the vent to ‘Sealing’. Select ‘Pressure Cook’ (or ‘Manual’ on older models) and set the time for 10 minutes on High Pressure. Once cooking is done, do a Quick Release of the pressure.
Step 4: Serve Warm
Carefully remove the lid. Give the soup a good stir. Ladle into bowls and serve warm with your favorite taco toppings. Enjoy your easy Instant Pot meal!
📝 Final Note
This Instant Pot beef taco soup keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days. It’s even better the next day as the flavors come together more.
Simple Instant Pot Lasagna Soup
Get all the classic flavors of lasagna in a comforting soup bowl, made quick in your Instant Pot. It’s a satisfying meal without the oven.
You’ll love how easy it is to create this comforting pasta soup with less time and effort.
Key Lasagna Soup Ingredients & Cooking Tips
- Pasta for Soup: Use oven-ready lasagna noodles broken into smaller pieces, or opt for a smaller pasta shape like cavatappi or campanelle.
- Rich Tomato Flavor: Don’t skip the tomato paste; it adds depth to the soup base. Sautéing it briefly helps develop its flavor.
- Cheese Blend: The mix of ricotta and mozzarella gives that creamy, cheesy lasagna feel. A sprinkle of Parmesan at the end is also great.
What You Need for Lasagna Soup
- 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups beef broth
- 6 oven-ready lasagna noodles, broken into 2-inch pieces
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
⏱️ Time: 40 minutes🍽️ Yields: 6 servings
How to Make Instant Pot Lasagna Soup
Step 1: Sauté Meat & Aromatics
Set your Instant Pot to ‘Sauté’. Add the ground beef or sausage and cook until browned. Drain any fat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft, about 3-4 minutes. Then, stir in the minced garlic and tomato paste, cooking for another minute.
Step 2: Build the Soup Base
Turn off the sauté function. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and beef broth. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. This helps prevent a ‘burn’ notice.
Step 3: Cook Pasta under Pressure
Add the broken lasagna noodles to the pot, making sure they are mostly submerged in the liquid. Do not stir too much after adding the noodles. Secure the lid and set the vent to ‘Sealing’. Select ‘Pressure Cook’ for 5 minutes on High Pressure. After cooking, do a Quick Release of the pressure.
Step 4: Finish with Cheeses
Carefully remove the lid. Stir in the ricotta cheese and mozzarella cheese until they are melted and well combined. Ladle the soup into bowls, top with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if you like. Serve this comforting lasagna soup right away.
📝 Final Note
If the soup thickens too much as it cools, you can thin it with a little extra broth or water when reheating. It pairs wonderfully with a side of garlic bread.