You might have a slow cooker in your cupboard, gathering dust, and think to yourself, “Why do I need another slow cooker? I’ll pass on the Instant Pot.” But the Instant Pot is so much better than a slow cooker.When you own an Instant Pot, cooking is faster and easier than ever before. But it’s not just about speed.

If you’re only slightly sold on the Instant Pot, trust us, after you get through this article, you’ll wonder why it took you so long to become a part of the Instant Pot fan club!From tips to dealing with the BURN message, to creative tricks to using your Instant Pot accessories in multiple ways, to saving money, to gifting, we swear you won’t walk away without something new and useful to try with your pot!

The best part about using the Instant Pot to cook your favorite meats is the endless possibilities those leftovers can provide. We’re big fans of saving time (and sanity) in the kitchen, and leftovers do just that. But we’re not about to tell you to eat the same meal five days out of the week. (Of course, if that’s your jam, no judgment!

Use this article to figure out which Instant Pot accessories may benefit you, as well as which other kinds of accessories and kitchen tools will make your life easier as you become the master of your Instant Pot. Accessories for Your Instant Pot Yes, your Instant Pot will make your life easier all on its own, but when you discover all the Instant Pot accessories, well, that’s a game changer.

What goes up, must come down, right? Well, that old adage applies to the Instant Pot as well! The temperature gradually rises inside the pot to build up pressure to cook the food, and you eventually have to release that pressure. ©Steve Heap/Shutterstock.com The more liquid you have in the pot and the cooler the temperature, the longer the pot will take to come to pressure.

One of the main benefits of the Instant Pot is its ability to use just one pot to feed your family in a matter of minutes. That’s why we’ve taken timeless classics and put them in this article. These recipes are our way of gifting you time! Although the recipes vary in preparation and cook time, we’re certain you’ll find a few that fit nicely into your schedule.

This article discusses the basics of the Instant Pot. Take a look at its parts and various functions so you know exactly what your soon-to-be kitchen best friend can do for you. Parts of an Instant Pot The first step to using your Instant Pot is getting to know all its parts. Subtle differences exist between each make and model of the pot, but the general structural components of the pot are the same (see the following figure): Cooker base: Meet the “meat and potatoes” of the Instant Pot!

This article empowers and encourages you to be the boss of your Instant Pot. Sure, you may have been intimidated when you first unboxed it and heard its gentle roar, but rest assured, after you get to know the ins and outs of your Instant Pot, it’ll start feeling like you own it (and not the other way around!).