Cinnamon Raisin Bread Pudding with Vanilla Rum Sauce This succulent bread pudding is the perfect remedy for a hard day. Plump, moist raisins and vanilla rum sauce will melt away your worries. 4 – 5 cups French bread, cut into 1-inch cubes 1 cup raisins 1 cup lowfat evaporated milk 1 cup milk 2 large […]
Steamed Rice An easy staple cooked to perfection! 1 cup long grain white rice 1 1/2 cups water 2 cups water for pressure cooking Combine rice and 1 1/2 cups water in metal bowl that fits loosely on cooking rack or in steamer basket in 4- or 6-quart pressure cooker. Cover bowl securely with aluminum […]
Quick Sauerbraten The moist, flavor infusing heat of the pressure cooker is ideally suited to this classic recipe. What would normally take days to make traditionally is prepared to perfection in under an hour. 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 1/2 pound chuck roast 2 cups vinegar 2 cups water 1 tablespoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper […]
Beef Pot Roast This classic comfort food will never go out of style, especially when you can cook it to perfection in under an hour with a pressure cooker. 3 pounds beef pot roast 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 cups water Salt and pepper 1 small onion, chopped 1 bay leaf Pour oil into 4- […]
Spareribs with Barbecue Sauce A great recipe for a quick weeknight meal. 3 pounds spareribs, cut into serving pieces 1 cup water * * * * 1 cup catsup 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup vinegar 1/4 cup chopped onion 1/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon celery seed […]
Chicken Stock A rich, full-bodied stock usually takes 4 or more hours of simmering. With his pressure cooker, Chef Paul Miller makes a delicious chicken stock in under 30 minutes. 3 pounds chicken pieces, including backs, neck bones, and other bones 1 medium onion 1 large clove garlic 1 rib celery 4 cups cold water […]
Shrimp and Asparagus Risotto This wonderfully creamy Italian rice dish is cooked to perfection in minutes. A far cry from the hours of stirring it takes the old-fashioned way. 1/2 small onion, finely diced 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tablespoon butter 1 cup short grain Arborio rice 1 cup water 1 cup clam juice 2 […]
Grains Grains are an important part of a healthy, low-fat diet. They contribute complex carbohydrates, soluble and insoluble fiber, and other nutrients. Usually grains require several hours of soaking and simmering, but with a pressure cooker, they can be prepared easily in a fraction of the time. During cooking, many grains tend to froth, foam, […]
Fish Stock The rich, full-bodied taste of homemade fish stock is well worth the extra effort of making it from scratch. The pressure cooker makes it even easier by reducing the cooking time to about 30 minutes. Fresh is best! 1 pound whole whitefish, including bones and head, cleaned, cut into 2-inch pieces (sole, cod, […]
Red Beans and Rice with Ham Hocks and Andouille Sausage A New Orleans tradition! 1/2 pound dry red kidney beans Water to cover the beans 3 ham hocks (1 1/2 to 2 pounds) 1 1/2 cups water 1 1/4 cups finely chopped celery 1 cup finely chopped onion 1 cup finely chopped green bell peppers […]
Chicken Breasts Tarragon This simple recipe turns boneless, skinless chicken breasts into a quick and satisfying weekday meal. 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves 1/2 cup white wine Worcestershire sauce 1/2 cup white wine 1/4 cup chopped onion 1/4 cup sliced celery 1/4 cup sliced carrot 1 teaspoon tarragon 1 teaspoon […]
Vanilla Custard A wonderfully creamy custard prepared quickly in the pressure cooker. 2 cups lowfat milk 2 eggs, slightly beaten 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon vanilla Nutmeg 1 cup water for pressure cooking Combine milk, eggs, sugar, salt, and vanilla. Pour into individual custard cups. Sprinkle nutmeg on custards. Cover each cup […]
Seafood Gumbo 1 cup long grain white rice 1 1/2 cups water 1 cup water * * * * 2 1/2 cups chicken broth 1 pound medium fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 pound sole fillets, cut into 2-inch pieces 1 14- to 15-ounce can diced tomatoes 1 cup chopped onion 3/4 cup chopped […]
Greek-Style Green Beans Tomatoes, garlic, and onion give a Mediterranean flair to this tangy side dish. 1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil 1/2 cup chopped onion 3 large cloves garlic, minced 1 pound whole green beans 3 cups chopped tomatoes 1/2 cup water * * * * Salt and pepper Heat oil in 4- or […]
