Instant Pot thread - Page 16

Cinisajoy · 07-28-2017, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by badgoodDeb

Oooo, I want that son! Can he do the same to my stove?!

Maybe in a year or two. He is rather stuck at the moment. He may be able to come home in October but he seems to not know how to get unstuck.

delph · 07-29-2017, 12:47 AM

I saw a mention of PIP cooking up thread. Another suggestion that I saw on the instant pot subreddit is using a steamer basket on top of a rack. The quick and easy meal that I see myself using a lot is to put frozen meat in about a cup of broth, with frozen veggies that can take the steam in the steamer basket on the rack on top, then cook the whole thing on high pressure for about 8 or 15 minutes depending on the meat. (Season before you steam it, of course) I only cook for myself, so most of the time I care about just feeding myself something that's reasonably healthy without needing to invest a lot of thought. This is right next to convience-food levels of work, so that suits.

tempest@de · 07-31-2017, 11:09 AM

Thank you, that looks just like what I was looking for, unfortunately it is too expensive, with the shipping costs and import taxes it would cost around 63 $ and they don’t sell it in Europe. At least now I know what to look for I'll look for something similar.

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Originally Posted by badgoodDeb

I LOVE the "ekovana" set. Search for that word. It is two pots, which lid each other when you use both. Only one lid comes with the set. It has a marvelous "rack" that surrounds it and provides a handle to lift it. Even if you've only used one of the pots, the rack still works. I've even used it with OTHER pots, to provide a good lifter when the cooking is done. I was just showing my set to somebody at work (this moment) cuz I brought my lunch in it.
https://www.amazon.com/ekovana-Stack.../dp/B01M130JJL

Blossom · 09-27-2017, 02:57 PM

Last night I used my Instant Pot for the first time. I had this roast in my freezer since April I think so I made it in the IP. It was very dry when done but it didn't disintegrate like the Power Cooker did to my last roast so I added BBQ sauce and simmer for 10 minutes and serve as sandwiches.

The Instant Pot compared to the Power Cooker is like night and day.

The IP is easy to use, no frustrations and made of quality materials. I don't know if it will get used much but I like it so much better than the Power Cooker after one use. It also fits on my tiny counter so no extension cord needed.

Sent from my XT1528

ApK · 09-27-2017, 03:00 PM

Thanks for the update!

badgoodDeb · 09-27-2017, 04:36 PM

I have the Instant Pot brand too. No guarantees, but I get best results when I google for a similar recipe, and then alter to suit me. "Instant Pot rump roast" or some such.

Glad you like it better (that's reassuring to know).

Cinisajoy · 09-27-2017, 07:26 PM

Glad you are liking it.

Blossom · 10-05-2017, 04:28 AM

Our new favorite midnight snack is mac 'n cheese from a box in the Instant Pot. Only 4 minutes to make.

I really like my Instant Pot. It's like a nuker for me. My next thing to try is Rice a Roni.

Sent from my XT1528

badgoodDeb · 10-05-2017, 01:46 PM

I've done Rice a Roni. Oh, wait, mine was a Lipton Rice with Sauce package. Anyway -- it works like a charm! Cut the package time in half, usually.

ApK · 10-05-2017, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by badgoodDeb

I've done Rice a Roni. Oh, wait, mine was a Lipton Rice with Sauce package. Anyway -- it works like a charm! Cut the package time in half, usually.

Are those still labeled Lipton where you are? They are all Knorr now by me.
But that beef flavored rice and sauce is one of my favorite packaged foods in the whole world. A pile of that beneath some slices of London Broil -- Mm! I am in carnivore heaven.

Never though to try it in the IP. It's 12 minutes in the microwave, so even at half the time, it seems getting up and down from pressure would eat up any savings.

badgoodDeb · 10-05-2017, 04:10 PM

Ummm. This one may have been on my shelf for an undisclosed period of time.

I did look for them, next time I shopped, and noticed that they were Knorr now.

Blossom · 10-05-2017, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by badgoodDeb

Ummm. This one may have been on my shelf for an undisclosed period of time.

I did look for them, next time I shopped, and noticed that they were Knorr now.

That okay I still call them Lipton too even though it's been Knorr for over ten years now.

Box foods come to pressure quickly. I'd say five minutes+cooking time, no stirring or watching, easy, makes it worth it.

How do you clean the bottom of the steel liner? It's getting white marks everywhere.

Sent from my XT1528

badgoodDeb · 10-05-2017, 07:27 PM

First, a nylon scrubby, then when that doesn't work, a metal scrubby (SOS pad). I suspect the newly "cool" chain mail squares would work well too -- they are sold for cast iron ware. Also, cooking a bit of vinegar in a cup of water (just for cleaning purposes), or a pot of spaghetti sauce from fresh tomatoes, or even a batch of iced tea, will clean it. Till the next usage. So mostly I don't bother.

(Iced tea: ~1 quart of water plus 1 family sized tea bag. Manual 4 minutes high. QR if in a hurry, or a few minutes of NPR. Remove tea bag. Pour over ice, or into another 1.5 quarts of cold water. Frig till cold. Double if you want more; this lasts me 3-4 days, and I want it no older than that.)

Cinisajoy · 10-05-2017, 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by badgoodDeb

First, a nylon scrubby, then when that doesn't work, a metal scrubby (SOS pad). I suspect the newly "cool" chain mail squares would work well too -- they are sold for cast iron ware. Also, cooking a bit of vinegar in a cup of water (just for cleaning purposes), or a pot of spaghetti sauce from fresh tomatoes, or even a batch of iced tea, will clean it. Till the next usage. So mostly I don't bother.

(Iced tea: ~1 quart of water plus 1 family sized tea bag. Manual 4 minutes high. QR if in a hurry, or a few minutes of NPR. Remove tea bag. Pour over ice, or into another 1.5 quarts of cold water. Frig till cold. Double if you want more; this lasts me 3-4 days, and I want it no older than that.)

Brb. I will test the chain mail on some stainless.

Cinisajoy · 10-05-2017, 07:45 PM

The chain mail will scratch stainless.

10-05-2017, 07:27 PM	#238
badgoodDeb Grand Sorcerer Posts: 8,555 Karma: 64462893 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Harrisburg outskirts Device: Palms, K1-4s, iPads, iPhones, KV, KO1	First, a nylon scrubby, then when that doesn't work, a metal scrubby (SOS pad). I suspect the newly "cool" chain mail squares would work well too -- they are sold for cast iron ware. Also, cooking a bit of vinegar in a cup of water (just for cleaning purposes), or a pot of spaghetti sauce from fresh tomatoes, or even a batch of iced tea, will clean it. Till the next usage. So mostly I don't bother. (Iced tea: ~1 quart of water plus 1 family sized tea bag. Manual 4 minutes high. QR if in a hurry, or a few minutes of NPR. Remove tea bag. Pour over ice, or into another 1.5 quarts of cold water. Frig till cold. Double if you want more; this lasts me 3-4 days, and I want it no older than that.) Last edited by badgoodDeb; 10-05-2017 at 07:29 PM.

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07-29-2017, 12:47 AM	#227
delph Tabby Posts: 154 Karma: 225372 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Portland, OR, US Device: Kobo Glo HD, Kobo Mini, Lenovo Yoga 2 10"	I saw a mention of PIP cooking up thread. Another suggestion that I saw on the instant pot subreddit is using a steamer basket on top of a rack. The quick and easy meal that I see myself using a lot is to put frozen meat in about a cup of broth, with frozen veggies that can take the steam in the steamer basket on the rack on top, then cook the whole thing on high pressure for about 8 or 15 minutes depending on the meat. (Season before you steam it, of course) I only cook for myself, so most of the time I care about just feeding myself something that's reasonably healthy without needing to invest a lot of thought. This is right next to convience-food levels of work, so that suits.

09-27-2017, 02:57 PM	#229
Blossom Treasure Seeker Posts: 18,708 Karma: 26026435 Join Date: Mar 2010 Device: Kobo HD Glo, Kindles, Kindle Fires, Andriod Devices	Last night I used my Instant Pot for the first time. I had this roast in my freezer since April I think so I made it in the IP. It was very dry when done but it didn't disintegrate like the Power Cooker did to my last roast so I added BBQ sauce and simmer for 10 minutes and serve as sandwiches. The Instant Pot compared to the Power Cooker is like night and day. The IP is easy to use, no frustrations and made of quality materials. I don't know if it will get used much but I like it so much better than the Power Cooker after one use. It also fits on my tiny counter so no extension cord needed. Sent from my XT1528

09-27-2017, 03:00 PM	#230
ApK Award-Winning Participant Posts: 7,389 Karma: 68329346 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: NJ, USA Device: Kindle	Thanks for the update!

09-27-2017, 04:36 PM	#231
badgoodDeb Grand Sorcerer Posts: 8,555 Karma: 64462893 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Harrisburg outskirts Device: Palms, K1-4s, iPads, iPhones, KV, KO1	I have the Instant Pot brand too. No guarantees, but I get best results when I google for a similar recipe, and then alter to suit me. "Instant Pot rump roast" or some such. Glad you like it better (that's reassuring to know).

09-27-2017, 07:26 PM	#232
Cinisajoy Just a Yellow Smiley. Posts: 19,161 Karma: 83862859 Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Texas Device: K4, K5, fire, kobo, galaxy	Glad you are liking it.

10-05-2017, 04:28 AM	#233
Blossom Treasure Seeker Posts: 18,708 Karma: 26026435 Join Date: Mar 2010 Device: Kobo HD Glo, Kindles, Kindle Fires, Andriod Devices	Our new favorite midnight snack is mac 'n cheese from a box in the Instant Pot. Only 4 minutes to make. I really like my Instant Pot. It's like a nuker for me. My next thing to try is Rice a Roni. Sent from my XT1528

10-05-2017, 01:46 PM	#234
badgoodDeb Grand Sorcerer Posts: 8,555 Karma: 64462893 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Harrisburg outskirts Device: Palms, K1-4s, iPads, iPhones, KV, KO1	I've done Rice a Roni. Oh, wait, mine was a Lipton Rice with Sauce package. Anyway -- it works like a charm! Cut the package time in half, usually.

10-05-2017, 04:10 PM	#236
badgoodDeb Grand Sorcerer Posts: 8,555 Karma: 64462893 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Harrisburg outskirts Device: Palms, K1-4s, iPads, iPhones, KV, KO1	Ummm. This one may have been on my shelf for an undisclosed period of time. I did look for them, next time I shopped, and noticed that they were Knorr now.

10-05-2017, 07:45 PM	#240
Cinisajoy Just a Yellow Smiley. Posts: 19,161 Karma: 83862859 Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Texas Device: K4, K5, fire, kobo, galaxy	The chain mail will scratch stainless.