You likely already know that the Instant Pot® is MAGICAL. It puts dinner on the table 2 to 6 times faster than other methods, combines several kitchen appliances into one, makes hard boiled eggs with shells that slide right off, and tender baked potatoes in less than 22 minutes.

Even better, the Instant Pot® can quickly cook up a heck of a lot more than just soups, stews, and other types of ladle foods. We’re talking:

EVERY KIND OF DIP: Jalapeño Popper Dip, Queso 5 Ways, Loaded Black Bean Dip, Beer Cheese Dips, Meatlover's Pizza Dip, Cheesy Bacon Corn Dip.

And then there’s treats for GAME DAY: Crispy Wings, 5 Ways Perfect Deviled Eggs, Beer-Braised Beef Nachos, Buffalo Chicken Sliders, BBQ Ribs, and a scrumptious Baked Potato Bar.

Or how about some quick and easy DINNER STAPLES: Classic Lasagna, Insanely Tender Short Ribs, Perfect Chicken Breasts, Garlicky Chicken Thighs, Better-Than-Mom's Meatloaf, Spaghetti Bolognese, spaghetti Bolognese.

 And if you’re looking for delicious and fast BRUNCH FARE: Churro monkey bread, Instant Pot Yogurt, Maple Cinnamon Steel-Cut Oats, Cowboy Frittata, French Toast Casserole, and Giant Pancake.

Of course, we can’t forget the necessary SWEETS: Blackberry Peach Cobbler, Oreo Cheesecake, Cinnamon Apple Crisp, Death by Chocolate Brownies, Dulce de Leche, and Peanut Butter Molten Cakes.

You’ll find all of these recipes—and many more—in a new cookbook just published by www.delish.com. Party in an Instant Pot® includes 75+ recipes that are truly perfect for any occasion!

This 120-page spiral-bound guide lays flat for you to make big-batch, crowd-pleasing dishes without any stress, and in about half the time. This fun cookbook also includes a complete how-to guide on the best ways to use your Instant Pot®.

The promo copy for this book says “Everyone’s favorite kitchen gadget not only speeds up dinner, it makes hosting a breeze. Make your next dinner or party epic with these delicious recipes!” You can order it from www.delish.com for $25.95 (a typical price for new cookbooks today).

While I’m impressed with the content—it’s nice to find a wide variety of no-ladle-needed recipes—I wondered if we couldn’t find something just as good in the used book department. Turns out, oh yes we can. For instance, how about:

The Ultimate INSTANT POT DESSERTS Cookbook, used in very good condition for $12.23 (with NO shipping fee) on www.abebooks.com.

Or Instant Pot Desserts (by Williams and Sonoma) for only $6.79 (with shipping at $1.99) from www.thriftbooks.com.

Or Instant Pot Desserts: Sweet Recipes for Your Electric Pressure Cooker for $15.96 (free shipping for Prime users) on www.amazon.com. I also found this on www.thriftbooks.com for $10.79, plus shipping.

Thrift Books is also offering The Instant Pot Holiday Cookbook: 100 Festive Recipes to Celebrate the Season, for $4.99 plus $1.99 shipping.

If you’re wanting some new recipes for the upcoming Super Bowl gathering or other events throughout this coming year, you might want to consider any of these books. And the fact that these treats are made quickly and easily in an Instant Pot® (or other electric pressure cooker) just sweetens and already sweet deal! Happy New Year and here’s to expanding our Instant Pot repertoire in 2025!

    Alice Osborne
    DVO Newsletter Contributor since 2006
    Email the author! alice@dvo.com