Instant Pot Braised Beef
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 ½ lb. stew beef
1 (14 oz.) can tomatoes, diced
1 Tbsp. tomato paste
2 Tbsp. whiskey
1 carrot, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
½ medium onion, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
½ tsp. oregano, dried
1 tsp. salt
I tsp. pepper
2 c. polenta, prepared
Heat Instant Pot (use Sauté function). Add oil. Sear beef on all sides. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, whiskey, garlic, onions, carrots, oregano, salt, and pepper. Set Instant Pot to Meat / Stew function. Set the timer for 45 minutes. Serve over prepared polenta, adding cooking liquid to taste.