Instant Pot Pot Roast with Gravy I wanted this Instant Pot pot roast to be easy enough to make on a weeknight, but special enough to make for company. (Those kinds of recipes are the best, amiright?) I also LOVE fresh rosemary and garlic — especially together. They make such a delicious pot roast and …
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One of the most important skills a home cook can have is the ability to improvise in the kitchen. I love creating recipes that serve as a jumping off point for you to customize how you like! This Wild Rice Salad is a perfect example and can accommodate whatever leftover bits you’ve got in your …
Have any of you tried my Paleo Zucchini Flatbread? I posted it in 2016 and ever since I’ve wanted to make them into little sandwich wraps. My flatbread recipe worked beautifully! And I tried it with spaghetti squash and got great results, too. (More on that in the recipe notes below.)
Tender, juicy shredded meat is my jam. With over 25 shredded meat recipes in my cookbooks and website, I’ve got lots of tips and tricks to getting the most flavorful shredded meat for your meals. This is my go-to easy shredded chicken for tacos! Sometimes I like to make recipe “projects” that take more time …
*I’ve partnered with Walmart for this post. Any comments or opinions shared are my own.* My favorite kinds of meals are the ones that require the least amount of brain power. They’re ones that I can make from things I have on hand or grab a couple of things from the store without consulting a …
I have a feeling you’re intimidated by fish. You like fish, but you’re afraid of splurging on an expensive fillet only to end up with a flavorless, overcooked meal. Good news – I can help! I have created dozens of fish recipes for my site. I’ll show you how to take expensive fillets, like sablefish, …
Cooking dry beans used to be a laborious project, but with this Instant Pot black beans recipe you can have them done so quickly! And no simmering pots to watch on the stove! If you’re looking for a Mexican inspired black beans recipe, you MUST try this one. It’s richly flavored with chipotles, oranges, and …
Indian has always been a huge favorite of mine. And Steve’s. Since the early college days of our marriage when we’d splurge $35 for our anniversary at Bombay House in Provo, UT. We LOVED the rich, flavorful curries and the warm, chewy naan bread. *swoon* Steve started dropping hints about cooking Indian food at home …
Making ribs doesn’t have to be a big, laborious project if you have an Instant Pot! Just spread a simple rub on them, let the Instant Pot make them fall-off-the-bone tender, and finish them off under the broiler with your favorite BBQ sauce! You will love this Instant Pot Ribs Recipe I swear Instant Pots …
Oh man. I don’t remember the last time that I posted something with ooey-gooey cheesiness. It doesn’t happen that often these days, but I felt like this spaghetti squash bake could be an exception. But first, Steve’s a patient guy. Have I ever talked about this? When we’re at a restaurant and we’re eating something …
Using your Instant Pot to make homemade bone broth is a game changer! No more simmering stock pots on the stove all day making your house smell soup. Once you make it this way, you’ll never go back. I don’t miss babysitting a big simmering stock pot on the stove for 24 hours! Making bone …
Prepping a roast chicken for the first time is scary. It took me a few years to muster up the courage. Want to know a secret? Once you get that first time out of the way, it’s much easier! And I’ll show you all my best tricks to make this the easiest and tastiest roast …
Homemade chicken breakfast sausage?? Yes! It’s as easy as making taco meat! Also perfect for meal prep — cook it loose or in patties for meals during the week. If you have mental images of meat grinders and sausage stuffing machines, please send those away. Sausage is simply ground up meat mixed with seasonings, and …
I hear often that fish is intimidating. I get what you mean, but it really shouldn’t be. I’ve created dozens of easy fish recipes to help dispel that stereotype! If you love fish, this Fish Curry is a tasty one to keep in your back pocket. These tender, flaky fillets and colorful veg bathed in …
As a recipe creator I’m known for creating dishes that are easy to make and delicious EVERY time you make them. Steak can be finicky — hard to season and cook just right. I want you to have success when you splurge on pricey cuts of meat which is why these Greek Steak Kabobs are …
One thing that makes me good at what I do is being willing to take risks. I saw grilled salad on a menu in a restaurant once and thought that might have been a misprint. (Of COURSE I ordered it.) Turns out it’s actually delicious! I’ll show you how to make this unique grilled caesar salad and …
After writing two cookbooks with a total of 27 (!!) recipes for pulled meat (and five BBQ sauces) in both books, I thought it was rather sad that I didn’t have an Instant Pot Pulled Pork recipe on my site. Did you know I’ve created 25 different recipes for shredded meat? It’s my jam. And …
Today is Steve’s birthday. The big 4-0, people. Steve’s the kind of guy who embraces stuff like that. I embrace it, too . . . on him. I like how his hair is on its way to be salt and peppery just like his dad’s. He’s lucky to have a full, thick head of it, …
You will love Shrimp Ceviche with Mango! You’ll love Shrimp Ceviche with Mango for its delicious blend of tropical flavors. The tangy ceviche pairs perfectly with the sweet mango, creating a refreshing dish. It’s a light and flavorful option, ideal for a refreshing appetizer or snack on any occasion. What is Shrimp Ceviche? Shrimp ceviche …
If you make anything I post this summer — it has to be this grilled chicken recipe. Actually…. I’ve got another recipe in the pipeline I could say the same thing about. But first, make this. This chipotle-lime marinade is SO SO AMAZING. It goes perfectly with the fruity salsa on top! Yeah, you could …
As much as I love throwing a burger on the grill with some wild toppings, I sure don’t have a lot of burger recipes on my site! Note to self: create more burger recipes.
I have developed over a dozen delicious salmon recipes over the years because I’m obsessed with salmon! This dill salmon recipe is one of my top picks. It’s easy! It’s fast! And that dill sauce is to die for. Fish can be intimidating. I get it. It gets funky really fast and sometimes the fishy …
One of my favorite easy things to make on a weeknight is a sheet pan dinner. I almost always have some kind of pre-cooked sausage in the fridge (Aidell’s is our favorite!). This Quick Sausage & Veggie Sheet Pan Dinner can be eaten alone or over salad greens or as part of a rice bowl. …
Did you know I wrote an Instant Pot cookbook? After developing over 150 Instant Pot recipes, that appliance and I may ride off into the sunset together. I know it inside and out, and I know how to get tender, juicy Corned Beef cooked in a fraction of the time it takes a slow cooker. …
This Thai Curry Chicken recipe is perfect for beginners! It’s easy to make, filled with flavor, and customizable for picky eaters. You will love this Instant Pot Curry Chicken New to Thai style curry? This recipe is perfect if you’re introducing Thai flavors to newbies! Thai inspired dishes are surprisingly easy to make and I’ll …