Last week I shared my must-try Instant Pot soups for this chilly season. This week I'm sharing six recipes to fuel your pressure cooker obsession that aren't soup because these countertop miracle workers can do so much more than that!
From breakfast classics to side dishes and entrees, it's amazing what all you can do with your Instant Pot! I admit, the first time I used mine I was a little intimidated. With all those buttons and thousands of recipes out there, it can be a little scary first starting out. If you're in the same boat I was, I want to help you out! Here are six basic but delicious recipes for the pressure cooker beginner. Let me know what else you'd like to see cooked insanely fast!! I need to try dairy-free yogurt and my husband wants a pot roast, but what does your family crave during the week? Let me know in the comments below!
Chocolate Instant Pot Steel Cut Oats - A Virtual Vegan
"Quick to make, simple & naturally sweetened with banana only."
Breakfast Potatoes - Where You Get Your Protein
"Breakfast Potatoes are an easy make-ahead recipe. They're prepared and seasoned in the Instant-Pot the night before, then browned and crisped the next morning."
Instant Pot Refried Beans - Allergy Free Alaska
"They are creamy and satisfying, yet incredibly affordable. Enjoy these flavorful beans over rice, in tortillas, or however you desire."
Instant Pot Brown Rice - Recipes From A Pantry
"Here is how to make the perfect Instant Pot Brown Rice with only 3 ingredients and less than 30 mins. It is easy and fail-safe."
Mushroom Bourguignon - Vegan Heaven
"This vegan mushroom bourguignon is the perfect veggie alternative to the traditional French stew that is made with beef."
Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes - Veggies Save The Day
"Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes are creamy and delicious without any dairy or oil. And you don't even need to drain the potatoes!"
What have you been cooking in your pressure cooker? Have a family favorite or a passed down recipe you'd like to share? I would love to hear your thoughts on Instant Pot cooking. I'm still a beginner, so share your tips with all of us!
Miss Whisk, A Whisk and Two Wands says
My birthday is coming up I might have to get my an Instant Pot! So many yummy recipes and ways to use it!
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Oh, perfect timing!
K.C. says
I gotta say, those oats sound beyond delicious. Instant pots rule!
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Yes!!!
sproutingzenjen says
Wait whattt! Oats in the instant pot?! yesssss. I'm falling in love more and more each day with my IP! Thank you for this round up.
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Totally!! You're welcome 🙂
Amanda Kanashiro (@glutenfreemiami) says
I have to try the chocolate steel cut oats. I always make steel cut oats in my Instant Pot, but I haven't ventured out from plain. I will be making this tomorrow!
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Enjoy!!
Amanda Kanashiro (@glutenfreemiami) says
My Instant Pot is a life saver! I want to try making a cheesecake in it.
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Ohh, I want to know how that turns out 🙂
Cait Weingartner says
These recipes look so delicious! I've been on the fence for awhile about whether I need an Instant Pot, but now I think I've made up my mind!
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Woo!!
Kelly Page (@TastingPage) says
I love my IP and still need to try some potatoes in there. Thanks for the inspiration!
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Absolutely!
spabettie says
ours gets used most every week for beans and rice prep... we LOVE ours, and my husband actually uses it more than I do! 🙂
Jenna | The Urben Life says
That's great 🙂
Sharon Lachendro says
I just received an Instant Pot for Christmas this year. I've been looking for a bunch of recipes to try and these all look great!
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Yay!!
Falak says
I am so ready to get on the instant pot bandwagon, but I am a bit hesitant because of the whole pressure thing. Just need to get over it. These recipes look so good!
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Heck yes! I'm trying to share my favorite beginner recipes since I'm still getting used to it too 🙂
Anna Horvath says
Amazing photos! 🙂 I will make the choc. oat one pot dish, easy-peasy but must be tasty! 🙂
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Yes, easy recipes are the best!
Amy says
What a great list showing just how versatile the instant pot is!
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Thank you!
randomlyyayar says
Ive been looking to use my Instant Pot more, so i am pinning a few recipes now.
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Woohoo!
amandela@meettheharrisfamily.com says
Yummy!! I can not wait to share this with my husband. He is an instant pot genius in our house <3
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Yay, y'all enjoy 🙂
Kim says
Ooh! I hadn’t thought of refried beans in the Instant Pot. Thanks!
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Right?!