I have had about 3 Electric Pressure cookers in the past 5 or 6 years. I love mine and I use it ALL the time. My newest favorite is the Instant Pot. It is a multiple use appliance that allows you to make yogurt, slow cook, and pressure cook. Here are a few tips for using your EPC and some recipes that are just plain good!
Using your Electric Pressure Cooker
1.
Read
your instruction manual! There are lots
of EPC’s and there may be different requirements for use.
2.
Follow
all safety guidelines. Always check that your vent is clear. Always add oil or
butter to starchy foods.
3.
Always
put at least 1 cup of liquid in your EPC.
4.
Never
overfill your EPC.
5.
Don’t
leave your EPC unattended…i.e. don’t go out of the house to the store.
6.
DO NOT CAN in your EPC…even if the
instructions say it’s okay!
7.
Practice,
Practice, Practice using your EPC!
EPC uses
high/low pressure to cook your food faster.
They are 100% safe when used correctly.
PC Mac and
Cheese
1 pound pasta
4 c. water
2 T. butter
1 t. salt
Cook on high pressure for 4 minutes. Use Quick Release (QR) . When pressure is all gone add :
1 12 oz. can evaporated milk
2 c. shredded sharp cheddar
2 c. shredded Monterey Jack
4 c. water
2 T. butter
1 t. salt
Cook on high pressure for 4 minutes. Use Quick Release (QR) . When pressure is all gone add :
1 12 oz. can evaporated milk
2 c. shredded sharp cheddar
2 c. shredded Monterey Jack
Mix until melted. Let sit for about 5
minutes to thicken and serve.
You can use whatever cheese your family
loves.
Chicken Taco Meat
Chicken breasts or thighs
1 cup salsa
½ cup water
½ pkg. taco seasoning or your own taco spices
Cook on high pressure for 25 minutes….35 minutes if using frozen chicken. Use NPR (natural pressure release). When pressure is gone there will be lots of liquid in the PC. Drain out most of the liquid. Shred the chicken with 2 forks. Add the rest of the taco seasoning, more salsa if desired, and serve.
1 cup salsa
½ cup water
½ pkg. taco seasoning or your own taco spices
Cook on high pressure for 25 minutes….35 minutes if using frozen chicken. Use NPR (natural pressure release). When pressure is gone there will be lots of liquid in the PC. Drain out most of the liquid. Shred the chicken with 2 forks. Add the rest of the taco seasoning, more salsa if desired, and serve.
Mexican Beans
3 cups soaked pinto beans. You can use
un-soaked beans..it just takes longer.
6 c. water
2 or 3 dried chilies. I use chili de arbol
2 bay leaves
¼ c. chicken broth powder. I use the Caldo from Knorr. It’s in the Mexican section.
1 T. garlic
Chopped cilantro, if desired.
Cook on high pressure for 45-50 minutes. Use NPR. Adjust seasoning, take out the bay leaves and chilies. Serve.
6 c. water
2 or 3 dried chilies. I use chili de arbol
2 bay leaves
¼ c. chicken broth powder. I use the Caldo from Knorr. It’s in the Mexican section.
1 T. garlic
Chopped cilantro, if desired.
Cook on high pressure for 45-50 minutes. Use NPR. Adjust seasoning, take out the bay leaves and chilies. Serve.
Hard-cooked Eggs Perfecto!
Put a rack in the EPC. Place as many eggs in the PC as you desire.
Cook on high pressure for 8 minutes. As soon as the time is up use the Quick Release. When pressure is gone, take eggs out and put into cold water. Let sit for a few minutes and peel. Perfecto infinity! This works for my FRESH eggs!
Cook on high pressure for 8 minutes. As soon as the time is up use the Quick Release. When pressure is gone, take eggs out and put into cold water. Let sit for a few minutes and peel. Perfecto infinity! This works for my FRESH eggs!
Brown Rice
2 c. brown rice
2 ½ c. water
1 T. butter or oil
1 t. salt
Cook on high pressure for15 minutes. Use NPR.
2 ½ c. water
1 T. butter or oil
1 t. salt
Cook on high pressure for15 minutes. Use NPR.
Pulled Pork
Boneless country-style pork ribs
1 c. water
Garlic
Salt
Pepper
½ cup BBQ sauce
1 c. water
Garlic
Salt
Pepper
½ cup BBQ sauce
Cook on high pressure for about 40
minutes. Drain excess liquid and shred
the meat. Add your favorite BBQ sauce
and eat on a bun.
