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Foolproof, Multicooker Success

Every recipe in our new book Multicooker Perfection can be made on both the pressure-cook and the slow-cook settings of any multicooker, and the total time to complete each recipe is given for both methods. From weeknight-friendly dishes and company-worthy roasts to a list of Ten Unexpected Things to Make in Your Multicooker (Strawberry Jam or Buffalo Chicken Wings, anyone?), these are the recipes that guarantee you and your multicooker will cook happily ever after.

Why Own a Multicooker?

Vietnamese Beef Pho

The multicooker was a perfect vessel for this recipe, whether we used the high heat of the pressure cooker or the low, even heat of the slow cooker.

Cheesecake

We set our sights on developing a foolproof recipe that could be pressure or slow cooked and would boast all the sweet creaminess we expect from a great cheesecake.

Rustic Italian Braised Beef Short Ribs

Whether we used the pressure or the slow setting, the long cooking time turned the ribs perfectly tender and thickened the sauce beautifully.

Indian Vegetable Curry

To cut down on the lengthy list of spices included in many curries, we turned to flavor-packed store-bought curry powder and garam masala.

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Across the Mediterranean in an Instant

In Mediterranean Instant Pot, we abide by the central tenants of the Mediterranean diet and showcase the lighter, more vibrant side of Mediterranean cuisine. Inspired by the cuisines of Spain, Greece, Turkey, Egypt, Morocco, and more, this cookbook's 95 foolproof recipes not only take you from cutting board to plate in under an hour, but also prove eating better doesn't have to mean spending more time in the kitchen.

North African Cuisine

Chicken with Lentils and Butternut Squash

Rich, tender chicken with stewed lentils and butternut squash is classic North African fare. The brightness from the leafy green herbs and the subtle sharpness from the shallot tied the whole dish together and provided a nice contrast to the braised earthiness of the lentils.

Italian Cuisine

Sicilian Fish Stew

Many Sicilian dishes exhibit the strong influence of Arabic cooking through the use of dried fruits and nuts, including tomato-based fish stew, which, with its balance of sweet, sour, and salty notes, is common in the region.

Israeli Cuisine

Couscous with Chicken, Fennel, and Peppers

In this Israeli-inspired dish, we seasoned some ground chicken with slightly sweet fenugreek and floral cardamom and sauteed it in the Instant Pot, creating a fond in which we cooked fennel and toasted pear, or Israeli, couscous.

Greek Cuisine

Spiced Winter Squash with Halloumi and Shaved Brussels Sprouts

Golden-crusted salty halloumi and velvety, sweet squash are a marriage of opposing textures and flavors. Halloumi is a brined cheese originally from Cyprus, with a semifirm, springy texture, and its high melting point allows it to retain its shape when cooked.

Meze

Meze spreads are perfect for entertaining and offer a great assortment of small plates and dips!

• Hummus
• Baba Ghanoush
• Homemade Yogurt
• Marinated Artichokes
• Marinated Cauliflower and Chickpeas with Lemon and Smoked Paprika

Sauces

Sauces are endlessly customizable and help to brighten up completed dishes!

• Salsa Verde
• Chermoula
• Harissa
• Tzatziki
• Tahini Sauce
• Olive Tapenade

Finishing Elements

Finishing elements can give any dish the extra oomph it needs!

• Quick Pickled Onions
• Quick Preserved Lemon
• Dukkah
• Garlic Toasts
• Za'atar

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Easy introductions

Start strong with basic guides and cooking charts intended for use with any brand of electric pressure cooker.

Mouthwatering dishes

Discover all kinds of tasty recipes to pressure cook, from Ricotta Egg Bites to Chocolate Cookie Cheesecake.

Advanced techniques

Maximize the versatility of your electric pressure cooker with instructions on canning, sous vide, and more.

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Eggplant & Tomato Chickpea Tagine

A tagine is a North African stew cooked in a shallow, conical clay pot that goes by the same name. This chunky vegetable dish is warmly spiced like a tagine and features the common North African pairing of sweet and tart flavors.

Fast: 45 minutes

Slow: 5½ to 6½ hours

Two-Corn Chowder with Green Chili and Scallions

This light, bright take on a classic summer chowder uses corn in two forms—fresh kernels and canned hominy—to double the corn flavor.

Fast: 1 hour

Slow: 3 to 3½ hours

Chicken Paprikash

Pressure cooked in the Instant Pot, this Hungarian classic can be on the table in an hour, and with fewer than 10 ingredients.

Fast: 55 minutes

Slow: 3½ to 4½ hour

Miso and Bourbon Smothered Chicken

In our version of smothered chicken, bone-in chicken thighs get sauced with a shiitake mushroom–laced combination of umami-rich soy sauce and miso, woodsy bourbon and sweet-tangy orange juice.

Fast: 1¼ hours

Slow: 4½ to 5½ hours

Hoisin-Glazed Baby Back Ribs

These addictive ribs balance sweet and heat.

Fast: 1 hour 40 minutes

Slow: 8½ to 9½ hours

Carnitas with Pickled Red Onions

For our version of this Mexican classic, we cook cubes of pork shoulder with spices, aromatics and a little water until the meat is fork-tender

Fast: 1¾ hours

Slow: 5½ to 6½ hours

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The Mediterranean Way of Eating

There isn’t a single 'diet' that encompasses the entire Mediterranean region—spice-laden dishes of Morocco bear little resemblance to the lemon- and caper-laced cuisine of southern Italy. Rather, Mediterranean cooking is about what these cuisines have in common: a daily emphasis on vegetables and fruits, beans and lentils, whole grains, more seafood than meat and poultry, and heart-healthy olive oil. Fresh, high-quality ingredients and simple preparation techniques let the extraordinary flavors shine.

Pan-Roasted Swordfish with Chermoula

We took our fish to the next level by serving it with chermoula, a zesty Moroccan dressing.

Fava Bean and Radish Salad

These Italian-named earthy beans are favored throughout the Mediterranean and date back to ancient times.

Red Lentil Soup with North African Spices

The mild flavor of red lentils do not require a bit of embellishment, so we started by sauteing onion in olive oil and used the warm mixture to bloom some fragrant North African spices.

Marinated Green and Black Olives

We opted for olives with pits, which have better flavor than pitted ones, and found that tasters preferred brine-cured olives to salt-cured for their subtler flavors.

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Going Green

Vegan for Everybody will teach you how to prepare, combine, and—most important—reimagine foods to maximize their flavor without spending a fortune on specialty ingredients. You can rely on these exhaustively tested recipes for everything from Blueberry Muffins (we baked 100 batches to get them right!) and truly great Black Bean Burgers to Baja-Style Cauliflower Tacos paired with spicy mango slaw and cilantro cream and a Yellow Layer Cake that will knock your socks off.

Tofu Scramble

Our Tofu Scramble with Bell Pepper, Shallot, and Herbs offers a quick breakfast option packed with protein; a pinch of curry powder adds flavor and color. It’s great with toast and jam or tucked into a burrito to go.

Shiitake Ramen

Start with a package of instant ramen noodles, and then go rogue (dump the spice packet) for a big, hearty bowl of steaming-hot, tender-chewy noodles in an irresistible savory stock.

Pumpkin Cashew Cheesecake

This creamy, spice-tinged, dairy-free marvel is the holy grail of vegan desserts. Cashews take on a whole new dimension of flavor and texture with our simple prep technique.

Cauliflower Steaks with Salsa Verde

Recipes for nutty, sweet, caramelized cauliflower steaks abound, but many of them involve fussy transitions between stovetop and oven. We wanted—and found—a simpler solution.

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How can I get dinner on the table tonight?

Save time and money by learning to prep freezer meals ahead and then utilize your Instant Pot or slow cooker to whip up that tasty, filling, and healthy meal anytime. With Polly and Rachel’s fail-proof freezer cooking tips and slow cooker and Instant Pot basics, dinner can be as easy as dumping it in, setting the cook time, and forgetting it. Each recipe in this book contains instructions for cooking the dish in your Instant Pot or your slow cooker, as well as simple freezer meal instructions at the bottom of every recipe, taking the guess work out of meal prep!

Guides to Freezer Cooking, Instant Pots, and Slow Cookers

Guides to Freezer Cooking, Instant Pots, and Slow Cookers

Cooking in an Instant Pot or “freezer cooking” may seem daunting, but with Polly and Rachel’s simple recipe instructions, cooking times charts for cookers, and freezer meal prep tips, even the novice cook will find mealtime success quickly. Every recipe and cooking method have been tested many times in their own kitchens to make sure the instructions are right and that the food is delicious!

Family-Friendly, Kid Approved Meals

Got a picky eater on your hands, or feeding a family with specific dietary needs? You’ll find gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegetarian dishes that will satisfy even the toughest critics. Their simple icon guide will help you locate these recipes quickly and easily. From Honey Bourbon Chicken and Veggie and Bean Stuffed Burritos, to Loaded Cheddar Potato Soup and Pumpkin Pie French toast, there’s enough variety here to keep your family’s taste buds happy.

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Breakfasts

Oatmeal, grits, and hot cereal grains have never been faster. Plus your eggs will never be over-cooked. You can even “bake” muffins!

Entrees, Soups & Stews

Who doesn’t love a one-pot meal that’s teaming with an infusion of interesting flavors and tender proteins? With 40 entrees, there is something for everyone!

Sides & Veggies

From perfect rice, to no-soak beans, to tender-crisp veggies, easily complete any meal.

Snacks & Appetizers

Start the party with shareable sides like deviled eggs, sweet chili meatballs, and creamy dips!

Desserts

Cheesecakes, fruity desserts, and baked goods are a cinch. You don’t need lots of flour and sugar to satisfy your sweet tooth

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The Instant Pot Is A One-Pot Wonder

One of the buzziest additions to the Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen, this all-in-one appliance allows you to cook weeknight meals that taste like they have been braised for hours. Long gone are the days of fear-filled pressure cooking! With the Instant Pot you can create a variety of meals without a worry.

Pressure Cooker Butternut Squash Risotto

With pressure cooking, you can make this impressive risotto recipe in less than 30 minutes.

Directions

1. In Instant Pot using saute function, heat oil and add shallots, garlic, sage, and 1/4 teaspoon salt; cook, uncovered, for 2 minutes, stirring. Add rice and cook 2 minutes, stirring. Hit cancel to turn off saute function.

2. Add broth and butternut squash. Cover and lock lid. Select Manual/Pressure Cook and cook at high pressure for 6 minutes. Once cooking is complete, release pressure by using a quick release.

3. Stir in Parmesan, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Tip

You can find peeled butternut squash at your local supermarket. If you are starting with unpeeled squash, you will need 11/2 pounds, which is about 3 cups peeled and chopped.

Dynamic Partnership

In this book Good Housekeeping has partnered with Instant Pot to create delicious triple-tested recipes in the GH Test Kitchens. Let The Good Housekeeping Instant Pot Cookbook be your guide to making delicious, crowd-pleasing, and convenient meals.

Pressure Cooking

Dishes like Weeknight Tuscan Ragu, Chipotle Lentil Chili, or No-Time Tikka Masala normally require hours of cooking on the stovetop, but with the Instant Pot, these flavorful favorites are ready in less than an hour. Think risotto is too much for a weeknight? Combine the ingredients for Butternut Squash Risotto in the pot and within 30 minutes it’s done. No stirring required.

Slow Cooking

Think you might miss your slow cooker? No worries! The Instant Pot boasts a slow cooking function so you can still cook all of your tried-and-true favorites, like Brisket with Roasted Red Onions, Cajun Beef & Grits, or New Mexican Green Chile Pork.