The Instant Pot company’s recent declaration of bankruptcy came as a shock to its crusaders and critics alike. Beloved for its wide-ranging utility (from cooking rice to boiling eggs to incubating yogurt) and beginner-friendly simplicity (all you need to do is press one of the many preprogrammed buttons), the Instant Pot turned into a kitchen celebrity. As any proud owner of an Instant Pot will tell you, the appliance is a game-changer in how much time and effort it can save come dinnertime. (Especially helpful during the hot summer months.)
Slashing the traditional lengthy simmer of beef pho, the Instant Pot delivers generously spiced broth in just an hour and a half. Less than 10 minutes of cook time in the Instant Pot is all it takes to transform famously tough beef ribs into the tender barbecue classic you never thought you could add to the weeknight rotation. Throw in a side of collard greens while you’re at it. Whether you’ve been meaning to render your own chicken or vegetable stock, or looking to up your soup game with classics like tomato or split pea, it’s not too late to join the Potheads. Here are our go-to Instant Pot recipes for lazy nights in, extra-special occasions, and every meal in between.
