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Accessory removal options, 8
Appetizers, 69–89
about: overview of recipes and prep tips, 69
Black Bean Dip, 73
Carne Asada Nachos, 81
Chickpea Hummus, 75
Classic Baba Ghanoush, 76
Crab and Artichoke Dip, 84
Georgia Boiled Peanuts, 80
Insalata Caprese Mini Meatballs, 82–83
Lemon Garlic Chicken Wings, 72
Lentil Pâté, 85
Mini Potato Skins, 88–89
Peanut Butter and Jelly Chicken Wings, 70
Salsa Verde, 86
Savoy Cabbage Rolls, 79
Soy Sauce Eggs, 87
Steamed Artichokes with Dipping Sauce, 77
Steamed Vegetable Spring Rolls, 78
Sticky Honey Chicken Wings, 71
Texas Caviar Dip, 74
Apples, stuffed “baked,” 196
Apricots, dried, wild rice with hazelnuts and, 56–57
Artichokes
Crab and Artichoke Dip, 84
Quinoa Endive Boats, 191
Steamed Artichokes with Dipping Sauce, 77
Asian Mushroom Sweet Potato Noodles, 178–79
Asian Sesame Chicken, 113
Asparagus, steamed shrimp and, 168–69
Automatic Keep Warm function, 6
Avocados
California Frittata Bake, 23
Guacamole, 158
Taco Salad, 180
Baba ghanoush, 76
Bacon. See Pork
Balsamic Pork Chops with Figs and Pears, 142
Banana Nut Bread Oatmeal, 17
Bananas, in Chocolate Banana French Toast Casserole, 24
Bavarian Kale and Potatoes, 193
Beanless Chili, 36
Beans and other legumes
about: cooking in Instant Pot®, 52
Black Bean Dip, 73
Black Bean Sliders, 65
Boston Baked Beans, 67
Chickpea Hummus, 75
Hearty Minestrone Soup, 50–51
Hoppin’ John, 66
Lentil Pâté, 85
Lentil-Spinach Curry, 64
Mighty “Meat”loaf, 194
Millet Eggplant Pilaf, 181
Red Beans and Chorizo, 55
Seasoned Black Beans, 190
Spicy Chicken Chili, 35
Split Pea Soup, 40
Stuffed Bell Peppers, 186
Taco Salad, 180
Tailgating Chili, 37
Texas Caviar Dip, 74
White Bean Cassoulet, 176
Beef, 36
about: Meat/Stew button on Instant Pot®, 6
Beef Broth, 34
Carne Asada Nachos, 81
Insalata Caprese Mini Meatballs, 82–83
Savoy Cabbage Rolls, 79
Tailgating Chili, 37
Beef main dishes
about: overview of recipes and prep tips, 133
Barbecue Flank Steak Taco Filling, 136
Beef Biryani, 151
Korean Short Ribs, 141
Mama’s Meatballs, 148
Mongolian Beef BBQ, 149
Quick and Easy Meatloaf, 143
Steak Fajitas, 138–39
Swiss Steak and Potatoes, 154
Tipsy Chuck Roast, 135
Beer Can Chicken Dijon, 127
Berries
Cranberry-Orange Sauce, 104
Pearberry Crisp, 207
Strawberry Cream-Filled French Toast Casserole, 25
Boston Baked Beans, 67
Bourbon Barbecue Chicken, 131
Bowl, glass, 8
Bread pudding, steamed, 210
Breakfast, 10–30. See also Eggs; Oats
about: overview of recipes and prep tips, 10
Bacon-Poblano Morning Taters, 14
Brunchy Sausage Bowl, 22
Southern Cheesy Grits, 11
Sunday Brunch Sausage Gravy, 15
Broccoli
Broccoli Cheddar Soup, 46
Creamy Chicken and Broccoli over Rice, 63
Steamed Broccoli, 106
Brussels sprouts
about: flavor appeal of, 97
Citrus-Bacon Brussels Sprouts, 96–97
Swiss Chard and Vegetables in Parmesan Sauce, 94
Butterscotch Crème Brûlée, 204
Buttons, on Instant Pot®, 5–7
Cabbage
Bacon Red Cabbage with Goat Cheese, 100–101
Cabbage and Smoked Sausage Soup, 47
Chow-Chow Relish, 109
Savoy Cabbage Rolls, 79
Slaw, 158
Steamed Vegetable Spring Rolls, 78
Cake. See Desserts
Cancel/Keep Warm button, 6
Carne Asada Nachos, 81
Carnitas Lettuce Wraps, 146
Carrots
Carrot Coconut Cake, 208
Maple Dill Carrots, 92–93
Thai Coconut Carrot Soup, 42–43
Turnip and Carrot Purée, 192
Cauliflower, in Swiss Chard and Vegetables in Parmesan Sauce, 94
Cheese
Broccoli Cheddar Soup, 46
Creamy Key Lime Pie, 206
Down South Savory Porridge, 54
eggs with. See Eggs
Insalata Caprese Mini Meatballs, 82–83
Lemon Cheesecake, 197
Macaroni and Cheese, 187
Mighty “Meat”loaf, 194
Mini Potato Skins, 88–89
Parmesan Risotto, 58
Peanut Butter Chocolate Cheesecake, 200
Pumpkin Cheesecake, 201
Southern Cheesy Grits, 11
Spinach-Feta Risotto, 59
Cherry-Rosemary Pork Tenderloin, 144–45
Chicken
about: Poultry button on Instant Pot®, 6
Chicken and Mushroom Soup, 39
Chicken Broth, 32
Creamy Chicken and Broccoli over Rice, 63
Creole Gumbo, 48
Lemon Garlic Chicken Wings, 72
Peanut Butter and Jelly Chicken Wings, 70
Spicy Chicken Chili, 35
Sticky Honey Chicken Wings, 71
Chicken main dishes, 111–32
about: cooking tips, 111, 112; overview of recipes, 111
Asian Sesame Chicken, 113
BBQ Chicken Legs, 124
Beer Can Chicken Dijon, 127
Bourbon Barbecue Chicken, 131
Buffalo Chicken Wraps, 123
Chicken alla Diavola, 120
Chicken Breast Parmesan with Mushrooms, 117
Chicken Chardonnay, 126
Chicken Marinara and Zucchini, 122
Chicken Paprikash, 118–19
Chili Lime Chicken, 121
Citrus-Spiced Chicken, 128
Coconut Curry Chicken, 132
Easy Pesto Chicken and Red Potatoes, 114–15
Herbed Chicken in Lemon Sauce, 116
Lemongrass Chicken, 129
Simple Whole Chicken, 112
Thai Chicken Thighs, 125
Chickpea Hummus, 75
Chili. See Soups
Chili Lime Chicken, 121
Chocolate
Chocolate Banana French Toast Casserole, 24
Chocolate Custard, 203
Nutty Brownie Cake, 212–13
Peanut Butter Chocolate Cheesecake, 200
White Chocolate Pots de Crème, 202
Cinnamon Brown Rice Pudding, 211
Cinnamon Whipped Cream, 215
Citrus
Citrus-Bacon Brussels Sprouts, 96–97
Citrus-Spiced Chicken, 128
Cranberry-Orange Sauce, 104
Creamy Key Lime Pie, 206
Dilly Lemon Salmon, 165
Lemon Cheesecake, 197
Lemon Garlic Chicken Wings, 72
Cleaning Instant Pot®, 9
Coconut
Carrot Coconut Cake, 208
Coconut Curry Chicken, 132
Coconut Curry Sea Bass, 160
Thai Coconut Carrot Soup, 42–43
Collard greens, 105
Corn
Cornmeal Cake, 205
Creamy Creamed Corn, 102
Saucy Millet and Corn, 182
Summer Corn Chowder, 45
Taco Salad, 180
Couscous
Chilled Pearl Couscous Salad, 108
Easy Couscous, 53
Simple Israeli Couscous, 54
Crème brûlée, butterscotch, 204
Crustless Crab Quiche, 28
Cubano Sloppy Joe Wraps, 150
Custard, chocolate, 203
Desserts, 195–215
about: cake pans, 8, 213; overview of, 195; superfine sugar for, 204
Butterscotch Crème Brûlée, 204
Carrot Coconut Cake, 208
Chocolate Custard, 203
Cinnamon Brown Rice Pudding, 211
Cornmeal Cake, 205
Creamy Key Lime Pie, 206
Festive Fruitcake, 209
Lemon Cheesecake, 197
Nutty Brownie Cake, 212–13
Peanut Butter Chocolate Cheesecake, 200
Pearberry Crisp, 207
Pineapple Upside-Down Cake, 214
Pumpkin Cheesecake, 201
Spiced Peaches with Cinnamon Whipped Cream, 215
Spiced Red Wine–Poached Pears, 198–99
Steamed Bread Pudding, 210
Stuffed “Baked” Apples, 196
White Chocolate Pots de Crème, 202
Dilly Lemon Salmon, 165
Dips. See Appetizers
Eggplant, in Classic Baba Ghanoush, 76
Eggplant, in Millet Eggplant Pilaf, 181
Eggs
California Frittata Bake, 23
Chocolate Banana French Toast Casserole, 24
Crustless Crab Quiche, 28
Egg Muffins to Go, 29
Ham and Swiss Muffin Frittatas, 30
Pumpkin Spice Latte French Toast Casserole, 26
Soy Sauce Eggs, 87
Strawberry Cream-Filled French Toast Casserole, 25
Sweet Potato Morning Hash, 12–13
Tex-Mex Breakfast, 21
Western Omelet Casserole, 27
Endive, in Quinoa Endive Boats, 191
Fajitas, steak, 138–39
Fish. See Seafood and fish
French toast casseroles, 24, 25, 26
Fruit. See also specific fruit
Festive Fruitcake, 209
Nuts and Fruit Oatmeal, 16
Peanut Butter and Jelly Chicken Wings, 70
Garlic and Chive Home Fries, 98
Garlicky Mashed Root Vegetables, 95
Gingered Sweet Potatoes, 91
Gochujang, about, 141
Grains, cooking in Instant Pot®, 52. See also Corn; Couscous; Millet; Rice and wild rice; Wheat Berry Salad
Grits, Southern cheesy, 11
Gumbo, Creole, 48
Ham and ham hocks
Cubano Sloppy Joe Wraps, 150
Diced Turnips and Greens, 107
Ham and Swiss Muffin Frittatas, 30
Hoppin’ John, 66
Split Pea Soup, 40
Tex-Mex Breakfast, 21
Western Omelet Casserole, 27
Herbed Chicken in Lemon Sauce, 116
Hoppin’ John, 66
Hummus, 75
Instant Pot®
accessory removal options, 8
buttons and functions, 5–7
cleaning, 9
locking and pressure-release methods, 7
pot-in-pot cooking accessories, 7–8
this book and, 4
Israeli Couscous, 54
Italian Sausage and Peppers Hoagies, 147
Jasmine rice, 53
Kale and potatoes, Bavarian, 193
Keep Warm/Cancel button, 6
Key lime pie, creamy, 206
Korean Short Ribs, 141
Lamb stew, Moroccan, 38
Lemon. See Citrus
Lemongrass Chicken, 129
Lentil Pâté, 85
Lentil-Spinach Curry, 64
Locking and pressure-release methods, 7
Louisiana Grouper, 171
Low-Country Boil, 162–63
Lucky Collard Greens, 105
Manual button, 5
Maple Dill Carrots, 92–93
Measurement (U.S./metric) conversion chart, 216
“Meat”loaf, 194
Meat/Stew button, 6
Mediterranean Cod, 164
Mexican Stuffed Peppers, 152–53
Milk, almond, making, 95
Millet
Millet Eggplant Pilaf, 181
Millet Tabouleh, 60–61
Saucy Millet and Corn, 182
Minestrone soup, 50–51
Mitts, mini, 8
Mongolian Beef BBQ, 149
Moroccan Lamb Stew, 38
Multigrain button, 6
Mushrooms
Burgundy Mushrooms, 103
Chicken and Mushroom Soup, 39
Chicken Breast Parmesan with Mushrooms, 117
Mighty “Meat”loaf, 194
Mushroom Risotto, 183
Penne with Mushroom-Tomato Sauce, 189
Rotini with Mushroom Cream Sauce, 68
Nachos, 81
Nuts and seeds. See also Peanuts and peanut butter
Homemade Almond Milk, 95
Nutty Brownie Cake, 212–13
oatmeal with. See Oats
Pistachio-Crusted Halibut, 156
Quinoa Endive Boats, 191
Wild Rice with Hazelnuts and Dried Apricots, 56–57
Oats
Banana Nut Bread Oatmeal, 17
Nuts and Fruit Oatmeal, 16
Peachy Cream Oats, 20
Trail Mix Oatmeal, 18–19
Okra, in Creole Gumbo, 48
Pasta/noodles
Asian Mushroom Sweet Potato Noodles, 178–79
Bowtie Pasta with Pesto, 188
Buttered Egg Noodles, 110
Hearty Minestrone Soup, 50–51
Macaroni and Cheese, 187
Penne with Mushroom-Tomato Sauce, 189
Rotini with Mushroom Cream Sauce, 68
Peaches, spiced with cinnamon whipped cream, 215
Peachy Cream Oats, 20
Peanuts and peanut butter
Georgia Boiled Peanuts, 80
Peanut Butter and Jelly Chicken Wings, 70
Peanut Butter Chocolate Cheesecake, 200
Pears
Nuts and Fruit Oatmeal, 16
Pearberry Crisp, 207
Spiced Red Wine–Poached Pears, 198–99
Peppers
about: pickling jalapeños, 81
Bacon-Poblano Morning Taters, 14
Italian Sausage and Peppers Hoagies, 147
Mexican Stuffed Peppers, 152–53
Stuffed Bell Peppers, 186
Western Omelet Casserole, 27
Pineapple Upside-Down Cake, 214
Pork. See also Ham and ham hocks; Sausage
about: Meat/Stew button on Instant Pot®, 6
Bacon-Poblano Morning Taters, 14
Bacon Red Cabbage with Goat Cheese, 100–101
Beanless Chili, 36
Boston Baked Beans, 67
Citrus-Bacon Brussels Sprouts, 96–97
Insalata Caprese Mini Meatballs, 82–83
Mini Potato Skins, 88–89
Sweet Potato Morning Hash, 12–13
Pork main dishes
about: overview of recipes and prep tips, 133
Balsamic Pork Chops with Figs and Pears, 142
Carnitas Lettuce Wraps, 146
Cherry-Rosemary Pork Tenderloin, 144–45
Cowboy Baby Back Ribs, 140
Cubano Sloppy Joe Wraps, 150
Hawaiian Pulled Pork, 134
Italian Sausage and Peppers Hoagies, 147
Mama’s Meatballs, 148
Mexican Stuffed Peppers, 152–53
Pork Chops and Sauerkraut, 137
Quick and Easy Meatloaf, 143
Porridge, down South savory, 54
Porridge button, 6
Potatoes
Bacon-Poblano Morning Taters, 14
Bavarian Kale and Potatoes, 193
Brunchy Sausage Bowl, 22
Easy Pesto Chicken and Red Potatoes, 114–15
Garlic and Chive Home Fries, 98
Loaded Potato Soup, 49
Low-Country Boil, 162–63
Mini Potato Skins, 88–89
Mustard Potato Salad, 99
Swiss Steak and Potatoes, 154
Tex-Mex Breakfast, 21
Pot-in-pot cooking accessories, 7–8
Pressure-release methods, 7
Pumpkin Cheesecake, 201
Pumpkin Spice Latte French Toast Casserole, 26
Quiche, crab, 28
Quinoa Endive Boats, 191
Ramekins, 8
Retriever tongs, 8
Rice
Beef Biryani, 151
Cinnamon Brown Rice Pudding, 211
Creamy Chicken and Broccoli over Rice, 63
Hoppin’ John, 66
Lobster Risotto, 166
Mushroom Risotto, 183
Savoy Cabbage Rolls, 79
Spanish Rice, 62
Stuffed Bell Peppers, 186
Rice and wild rice
about: Arborio, 58; cooking in Instant Pot®, 52; Rice button on Instant Pot®, 6
Down South Savory Porridge, 54
Parmesan Risotto, 58
Simple Jasmine Rice, 53
Spinach-Feta Risotto, 59
Wild Rice with Hazelnuts and Dried Apricots, 56–57
Saffron, about, 62
Salads
Chilled Pearl Couscous Salad, 108
Insalata Caprese Mini Meatballs, 82–83
Mustard Potato Salad, 99
Taco Salad, 180
Wheat Berry Salad, 184–85
Salsa Verde, 86
Sandwiches and wraps
Barbecue Flank Steak Taco Filling, 136
Black Bean Sliders, 65
Carnitas Lettuce Wraps, 146
Cubano Sloppy Joe Wraps, 150
Fish Tacos, 158
Italian Sausage and Peppers Hoagies, 147
Sauces
Cranberry-Orange Sauce, 104
Mushroom Cream Sauce, 68
Salsa Verde, 86
Sunday Brunch Sausage Gravy, 15
Sauerkraut, pork chops and, 137
Sausage
Brunchy Sausage Bowl, 22
Cabbage and Smoked Sausage Soup, 47
Creole Gumbo, 48
Down South Savory Porridge, 54
Italian Sausage and Peppers Hoagies, 147
Low-Country Boil, 162–63
Mexican Stuffed Peppers, 152–53
Red Beans and Chorizo, 55
Sunday Brunch Sausage Gravy, 15
Sauté button, 5
Seafood and fish, 155–74
about: choosing crab, 173; overview of recipes and cooking tips, 155; purging clams, 174
Coconut Curry Sea Bass, 160
Crab and Artichoke Dip, 84
Creamed Crab, 173
Crustless Crab Quiche, 28
Dilly Lemon Salmon, 165
Fish Tacos, 158
Lobster Risotto, 166
Louisiana Grouper, 171
Low-Country Boil, 162–63
Mahi-Mahi with a Lemon-Caper Butter Sauce, 167
Mediterranean Cod, 164
Paprika Catfish with Fresh Tarragon, 159
Pistachio-Crusted Halibut, 156
Steamed Clams, 174
Steamed Crab Legs, 170
Steamed Mussels in White Wine, 172
Steamed Shrimp and Asparagus, 168–69
Trout in Herb Sauce, 157
Umami Calamari, 161
Sealing ring, 9
Side dishes, 90–110
about: cooking in Instant Pot®, 90
Bacon Red Cabbage with Goat Cheese, 100–101
Burgundy Mushrooms, 103
Buttered Egg Noodles, 110
Chilled Pearl Couscous Salad, 108
Chow-Chow Relish, 109
Citrus-Bacon Brussels Sprouts, 96–97
Cranberry-Orange Sauce, 104
Creamy Creamed Corn, 102
Diced Turnips and Greens, 107
Garlic and Chive Home Fries, 98
Garlicky Mashed Root Vegetables, 95
Gingered Sweet Potatoes, 91
Lucky Collard Greens, 105
Maple Dill Carrots, 92–93
Mustard Potato Salad, 99
Steamed Broccoli, 106
Swiss Chard and Vegetables in Parmesan Sauce, 94
Sliders, black bean, 65
Slow Cook button, 6
Smash cake pan, 213
Soups, 31–51
about: cooking in Instant Pot®, 31; Soup button on Instant Pot®, 5–6
Beanless Chili, 36
Beef Broth, 34
Broccoli Cheddar Soup, 46
Cabbage and Smoked Sausage Soup, 47
Chicken and Mushroom Soup, 39
Chicken Broth, 32
Creole Gumbo, 48
Hearty Minestrone Soup, 50–51
Heirloom Tomato Basil Soup, 41
Loaded Potato Soup, 49
Moroccan Lamb Stew, 38
Savory Butternut Squash Soup, 44
Spicy Chicken Chili, 35
Split Pea Soup, 40
Summer Corn Chowder, 45
Tailgating Chili, 37
Thai Coconut Carrot Soup, 42–43
Vegetable Broth, 33
Soy Sauce Eggs, 87
Spanish Rice, 62
Spiced Peaches with Cinnamon Whipped Cream, 215
Spiced Red Wine–Poached Pears, 198–99
Spicy Chicken Chili, 35
Spinach, in Lentil-Spinach Curry, 64
Spinach-Feta Risotto, 59
Split Pea Soup, 40
Springform pan, 8
Spring rolls, vegetable, 78
Squash
about: baking seeds as garnish, 44
Chicken Marinara and Zucchini, 122
Savory Butternut Squash Soup, 44
Zucchini Pomodoro, 177
Steak Fajitas, 138–39
Steam button, 6
Steamed Artichokes with Dipping Sauce, 77
Steamed Bread Pudding, 210
Steamed Broccoli, 106
Steamed Clams, 174
Steamed Crab Legs, 170
Steamed Mussels in White Wine, 172
Steamed Shrimp and Asparagus, 168–69
Steamed Vegetable Spring Rolls, 78
Steamer basket, 8
Sticky Honey Chicken Wings, 71
Sugar, superfine, 204
Sweet potatoes
Asian Mushroom Sweet Potato Noodles, 178–79
Gingered Sweet Potatoes, 91
Sweet Potato Morning Hash, 12–13
Swiss Chard and Vegetables in Parmesan Sauce, 94
Tabouleh, millet, 60–61
Taco filling, 136
Tacos, fish, 158
Taco Salad, 180
Thai Chicken Thighs, 125
Thai Coconut Carrot Soup, 42–43
Timer button, 6
Tomatillos, in Salsa Verde, 86
Tomatoes
Heirloom Tomato Basil Soup, 41
Penne with Mushroom-Tomato Sauce, 189
Zucchini Pomodoro, 177
Tongs, retriever, 8
Trail Mix Oatmeal, 18–19
Turnips
Diced Turnips and Greens, 107
Garlicky Mashed Root Vegetables, 95
Turnip and Carrot Purée, 192
Vegetable Broth, 33
Vegetables. See also Side dishes; specific vegetables
eggs with. See Eggs
soup with. See Soups
Steamed Vegetable Spring Rolls, 78
Vegetarian main dishes, 175–94
about: overview of recipes and prep/cooking tips, 175
Asian Mushroom Sweet Potato Noodles, 178–79
Bavarian Kale and Potatoes, 193
Bowtie Pasta with Pesto, 188
Macaroni and Cheese, 187
Mighty “Meat”loaf, 194
Millet Eggplant Pilaf, 181
Mushroom Risotto, 183
Penne with Mushroom-Tomato Sauce, 189
Quinoa Endive Boats, 191
Saucy Millet and Corn, 182
Seasoned Black Beans, 190
Stuffed Bell Peppers, 186
Taco Salad, 180
Turnip and Carrot Purée, 192
Wheat Berry Salad, 184–85
White Bean Cassoulet, 176
Zucchini Pomodoro, 177
Warm buttons, 6
Western Omelet Casserole, 27
Wheat Berry Salad, 184–85
Whipped cream, cinnamon, 215
White Chocolate Pots de Crème, 202
Zucchini. See Squash