20 Super Easy Instant Pot Recipes For Beginners

I bought my first Instant Pot over 4 years ago and it quickly became one of my favorite kitchen tools!

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I remember wondering what the best things were to cook in it? What foods could I easily make that would be forgiving as I was learning? What were some of the best ways to make the most of this appliance?

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They’re all pretty much foolproof and are great recipes for helping you get used to your Instant Pot without a lot of stress or fear of ending up with a flop. Learn more

Oatmeal via Longbourn Farm

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Hard Boiled Eggs via Cooking with Curls

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Yogurt via Tastes Better from Scratch

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20 Super Easy Instant Pot Recipes For Beginners

I bought my first Instant Pot over 4 years ago and it quickly became one of my favorite kitchen tools!

I remember wondering what the best things were to cook in it? What foods could I easily make that would be forgiving as I was learning? What were some of the best ways to make the most of this appliance?

Oatmeal via Longbourn Farm

Hard Boiled Eggs via Cooking with Curls

Yogurt via Tastes Better from Scratch

Homemade yogurt is so delicious and you’ll save money by making it too!

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