We received an InstaPot for Christmas. I’m not exactly sure how to use the thing. I normally cook my black eyed peas in a crockpot with a leftover ham bone and my cabbage cuts cut into chunks seasoned, wrapped in foil, and baked. Should I just stick to what I know works or are there any advantages to using the InstaPot for New Year’s meal?

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Posted by Mikaelomo

Member since Sep 2012

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Posted on 12/28/21 at 8:43 pm to damonster

Pressure cookers are great for cooking quickly. If you have all day results will be similar. If you want beef stew in 30-45 minutes use the instant pot. I will also say instant pot is more versitle.

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Posted by damonster

Member since Sep 2010

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Posted on 12/28/21 at 9:04 pm to Mikaelomo

I’m off work Saturday so not really in any big hurry. Sounds like this the instant pot is something my wife would use more than me. Beef stew in 30-45 minutes sounds good but, it’s hard to believe low and slow isn’t the way to go if you have the time.

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Posted by LSUGUMBO

Shreveport, LA

Member since Sep 2005

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Posted on 12/28/21 at 9:56 pm to damonster

This is why I have no interest in an Instant Pot. I don’t want to re-learn how to cook everything, even if it’s a time saver.

However, hard boiled eggs in an instant pot will change your life. The shells slide right off- amazing

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Posted by Trout Bandit

Baton Rouge, LA

Member since Dec 2012

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Posted on 12/28/21 at 10:11 pm to damonster

I wouldn't worry about it unless you're in a hurry.

Beans on a Monday for the family can be delivered in an hour with an IP though.