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Baked beans are traditional time tested side when it comes to backyard barbeques. They’re really not that hard to cook at all, but you can tell when they are made with love. I use the Instant Pot to do the heavy lifting, then finish with a quick bake to get that sticky, caramelized top. Old-school…
If you’re staring at a bag of carrots and wondering how to make them taste like they belong on purpose, I’ve got you. These Honey Cinnamon Glazed Carrots are glossy, warm, and way fancier than the 12 minutes they actually take. The pressure cooker does the heavy lifting; you just get the credit. And yes,…
Some nights you just want dinner to show up fast and not leave a mountain of dishes. That’s where Instant Pot mac and cheese walks in like it owns the place. It’s creamy, salty, and exactly the kind of comfort food that doesn’t ask you to think too hard. And yes, it legit tastes like…
I make a lot of weeknight shortcuts, but this one feels almost like cheating: bacon-wrapped green beans in the Instant Pot that come out tender-crisp with glossy, garlicky glaze. No oven babysitting, no smoke alarm screaming. You get salty bacon, sweet-savory sauce, and vegetables that don’t feel like a chore. Honestly, I ate three bundles…
It’s allergy season! If you’re like us, you’re dealing with the seasonal Spring allergies that just suck. I prefer avoiding medications like Zyrtec, so sometimes I just have to suffer through it. However, upon doing some research on holistic methods to control allergies, nettle leaf kept coming up as an option. It had been forever…
Ugh, I know the dreaded feeling. You forgot to set out the chicken from the freezer. Now, you’re just staring at a solid block of icy chicken breasts at 6:12 p.m. and starting to wonder if cereal counts as dinner. But guess what? You can cook frozen chicken in the Instant Pot fast, safely, and…
Why this recipe works These pressure cooker beans are a lifesaver because you can go from dry beans to a perfect side dish in just about an hour. You don’t have to worry about soaking them overnight, which is usually the part that stops me from cooking them on a busy weeknight. This method is…
You love your pressure cooker because it turns chaos into dinner in record time. But after a few stews and a heroic pot roast, it starts to look…a little bit haunted. I didn’t realize how much buildup my Instant Pot had until it seemed like it might be too late. The first time I opened…
Cooking dinner after a long day is hard, but a reliable pressure cooker makes the process much faster and easier. I put together this list of the 7 best pressure cookers for beginners in 2026 to help you pick the right model for your kitchen. You will find simple options that focus on safety and…
Using a pressure cooker is a great way to make quick meals, but you need the right tools to get the most out of your machine. In this post, I share 8 essential pressure cooker accessories for your kitchen that will help you cook better and faster. These items make prep work much easier and…