This meal can be made in the instant pot, or on the stove. oven, or slow cooker the choice is yours.

most often time dictates which method we’ll choose, or the way we’re comfortable cooking. Lots of choices:

• Instant pot 25 min
• 300° oven for 2 hours
• simmer for 2 hours.
• Slow cooker 4 hours high, 6 hours low

On a cool night, my body craves rich and hearty meals. But sometimes my schedule is tight and I don’t have the time it takes to cook such a dish. This is why I am thankful for the Instant Pot. I also make it on the stove and you can easily put it in the oven or slow cooker.

I use boneless beef chuck roast, for a stew version cut it into 1-2 inch pieces, for servings more like pot roast I cut it large into 3-4 inch strips a couple of inches thick.

I often saute the meat to brown it on all sides, but when in a hurry just put it all in the inner pot of the Instant Pot along with the other items I’m using and begin the timer to cook. You can cook stew or pot roast on the stove or in the oven, until tender if you don’t want to use a pressure cooker.

I’ve always been a HUGE fan of sweet potatoes, they are so delicious and you can enjoy them any time, don’t think they’re just for the holidays. 

I love that they are so delicious any way you make them, sauteed, baked, or if you’re more a slow cooker type they can be made by cooking on high for 4 hours or low for 6-7 hours, OMG you have to give them a try using an Instant Pot (pressure cooker) which is great all year long, great for Rving and if you like fast and easy it’s the way to go! And be sure to try my roasted holiday potatoes.

By cooking sweet potatoes in the Instant Pot what you’ll end up with is tender cooked sweet potatoes, now just imagine all the wonderful ways to enjoy them.

Maple Glazed Ham is just one great item to serve with little effort… take a look.

I love buying a carving ham, there is no bone, no mess when cutting, and virtually no waist. Carving hams are thin flat cuts of meat that are easy to slice and still allow for plenty of room on your plate for all your favorite side dishes. 
When holidays roll around, carving hams make it easy.

I used to cook ham in the oven, but more recently I cut the ham in half, and slice it and then cook it, be it in the oven, wrapped in foil, or I place it in the pressure cooker (Instant Pot) you can also easily cook it in the slow cooker as well.

Most ham that we purchase are precooked, so they just need to be heated, large hams take a while, so I often cut mine into smaller pieces to heat it a little faster and so it doesn’t dry out.

I love a good baked potato, served simply with butter as a side dish, or decked out with all the fixings as a dinner to itself!

And this recipe is perfect if you’re short on time, as it takes only 30-45 minutes depending on the size of the potato.

There’s no worrying about over or under cooking them either when you’re using an instant pot – that’s why it’s my new favorite must have kitchen accessory!

It really should be on your list as it makes breakfast, lunch, and dinner so much easier in this fast paced world we live in today, leaving you time to spend with the people that matter most to you. 

This is a classic American dish, almost everyone’s mother or grandmother had this recipe up their sleeve.

And for good reason too!

It’s quick to throw together and enjoyed any time of day.

For a fun and quick dinner idea, make some Chicken Macaroni Salad….you can add chicken salad to pasta! You’ll need to add a ¼-½ cup more mayo to allow the chicken salad to spread evenly over noodles. Once you’ve cooked your pasta, rinse it in cold water and allow it to cool completely. Then mix your mayo and basic chicken salad in and smooth. I like elbow pasta the best for this dish but you could use any kind, bow tie pasta might be fun! Adding a grated carrot helps retain moisture when mixing chicken salad with pasta, and it adds a great color too.

I love potatoes, but then doesn’t everyone?

I could eat a bowl full any time of day, breakfast, lunch, dinner, or a midday snack!

They are so versatile when it comes to cooking, and I find myself trying to find new ways to enjoy them.

And over the years I’ve created quite a few of my own versions of comfort classics with potatoes at the heart of them.

Such as my Rustic Scalloped Potatoes, or my breakfast favorite Cheesy, Bacon, Breakfast Potatoes. 

But in the end, mashed potatoes are a favorite. And I’ve found a few ways to spice them up too! I love pairing these Spinach Artichoke Mashed Potatoes with my Oven Baked Tri Tip. 

Beans are a staple cupboard item, and these Instant Pot Pinto Beans can be used in many versatile ways – bringing comfort and warmth with each dish!

Make some bean and cheese burritos, use them as you would any cooked pinto bean or refried beans recipe. I add some jalapeno, but if you don’t like any spice leave it out.

Beans are so versatile, I like them piled in a bowl and topped with cheese, some sour cream, and cilantro for a quick snack.

While it’s really popular to cook ribs on the grill or in the oven, this method of Instant Pot Pork Ribs is not only going to save you a ton of time, you won’t believe how tender they are.

Baby back ribs are my favorite, so tender and juicy and when they easily peel off the bone, I just want to reach for more!

Instant pot baby back ribs are my favorite, so tender and juicy! And when they easily peel off the bone, I just want to reach for more!

Paired with this pan roasted corn, collard greens, or this cornbread with honey butter, you have a complete family dinner that’s easy to make but will look like you sweat for hours over the stove.

From start to finish the ribs are ready in an hour. This includes the pressure cooker coming to pressure, cooking time, release time, and crisping the ribs on the grill or in the oven.