Monday, January 31, 2022

Keto Snack Recipe Review



Momma Sassy and I thought we would try a Keto snack recipe. It's easy and has only 2 ingredients. What's great about this recipe is you can use your choice of cheese and center. 

Ingredients
  • Shredded cheese of your choice
  • Pickel of your choice


Directions:

1. Heat oven to 350. 
2. Spray your pan with a cooking spray. 
3. Put a layer of cheese in each section. (We decided to use a fiesta blend of shredded cheese) 


4. Put a pickle slice (or whatever you would like) on top of the cheese. We used Mt. Olive hamburger dill pickles. 


5. Cover with another layer of cheese.

6. Bake at 350 for about 12-14 minutes. We took ours out at 13 minutes.


Easy to take out of the pan!


If you have an air fryer (which we don't) they may come out crispier.  I suggest you have a sauce with them to add another flavor to this snack. We tried ranch dressing and the Wahlburgers sauce. 

Our opinion of this snack...it was EASY! This one did not have enough flavor, so the dip helped.
We want to try a pizza flavor with pepperoni, mozzarella cheese, and a pizza sauce to dip!

If you have tried something similar, let us know!

Stay warm and sassy, 
Cathy & Momma Sassy

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Monday, January 24, 2022

10 Winter Breakfast Recipes from Taste of Home

***UPDATED 1/27/24***

We all enjoy a great breakfast and I'm all about trying new breakfast recipes. Whether you enjoy a Sunday brunch or you are hunkering down after a winter storm, these breakfast recipes will not disappoint! All these recipes come from Taste of Home


You will find links to each recipe above the photos.


Caramel-Pecan Monkey Bread

The kids and big kids alike, get a kick out of pulling off gooey pieces of this delectable monkey bread. It’s hard to resist the caramel-coated treat. 


Caramel-Pecan Monkey Bread Recipe



Sunny-Side Up Pizza


I love to make breakfast pizzas and my family loves it too. Here's a hearty and delicious breakfast recipe you must try.


Sunny-Side-Up Pizza Recipe



Egg Burritos


I make breakfast burritos on a regular breakfast. If you have eggs, tortilla shells and add whatever else you can find to your liking, then you can make these egg burritos.


Egg Burritos Recipe



Mini Nutella Doughnuts


Anything with Nutella sounds good to me. You can make these bites in advance and refrigerate them before frying. Just be sure to bring the dough to room temperature before frying.


Mini Nutella Doughnuts Recipe



Quick Cherry Turnovers


Refrigerated crescent rolls let you make these fruit-filled pastries in a hurry. These would be welcome in my house any time of the day. Feel free to experiment with other pie fillings as well. 


Quick Cherry Turnovers Recipe



Loaded Breakfast Potatoes

Who says baked potatoes are for lunch or dinner? 

Favorite Loaded Breakfast Potatoes Recipe


Baked French Toast with Strawberries

French toast is a crowd-pleaser. This overnight casserole with strawberries and a sweet pecan topping fixes everything.

Baked French Toast with Strawberries Recipe



Waffle Monte Cristos


Waffles packed with turkey, ham, bacon, and apricot preserves have so much sweet, smoky love going on. Use frozen waffles to save time, but have at it if you want to put your waffle iron to good use.


Waffle Monte Cristos Recipe



Cherry Chip Oat Scones


Make these scones with whatever add-ins you would like. Sit down with a cup coffee and enjoy.


Cherry-Chip Oat Scones Recipe



Sausage, Egg and Cheddar Farmers Breakfast


This hearty combination of sausage, hash browns, and eggs will warm you up on a cold winter morning. 


Sausage, Egg and Cheddar Farmer's Breakfast Recipe



Do you have a favorite breakfast recipe and would like to share it with us?  Please comment below 👇 


Keep it sassy,
Kelly
from the Sassy Silver Sisters

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Monday, January 17, 2022

10 Easy Life Hacks to Organize Your Home

***UPDATED 3/13/24***



I start the new year by each day doing something to organize my home. Sundays I do NO housework. Everyone needs a day of rest. I feel so much better when I've completed the task, I wish the organization would magically stay organized. That would FANTASTIC!

This blog post is all about organizing your home with easy life hacks.

Let's do it together and simplify our lives. Are you with me??

Here we go...

  • Write Notes on the Washer 

 

Amazon.com

Stop shrinking your sweaters! When you put a load of clothes into your washing machine, use a dry-erase marker to note on the lid which items should not go into the dryer. That way, whoever switches the load from the washing machine to the dryer will know which items to leave out for line drying. And believe me, if you have others helping you with the laundry like I do, this is a great tip. 

 

The enamel finish on most washing machine lids is like a whiteboard, and dry-erase markers can be removed easily with a dry paper towel. ***MAKE SURE YOU DO A TEST ON AN AREA YOU DON'T CARE ABOUT IN CASE IT MIGHT STAIN***

 

  • Remember Your Keys!


You’ll always know where your keys are with this handy hint! My grandson, who lives with us, would get a kick out of this and he would love to help put up the keys.

To make Lego keychains:

  1. Start by drilling a hole into the base of a Lego that is slightly smaller than the screw portion of an eyelet screw.
  2. Next, wind the eyelet screw into the Lego. Thread a split ring through the hole and use it to attach keys.
  3. Mount the Lego board to a surface using your preferred method. In this case, we mounted our Lego plate to the wall in our mudroom.
  4. Attach the Lego board to the wall by first marking the desired location for the board and making sure that it is level.
  5. Drill pilot holes in the four corners of the Lego board and into the wall.
  6. To finish, drill screws with small enough heads to fit in between the Lego pegs into the board.

·                    Bathroom Drawer Insert from the Kitchen

Bulk Plastic Flatware Storage Trays | Dollar Tree


Cabinets and drawers in the bathroom can become cluttered and disorganized very quickly because of all the small items that need to be stored there. To keep bathroom drawers neat and organized, look no further than the kitchen! You can use a silverware drawer insert to organize a bathroom drawer, too.

The long compartments in a silverware organizer are the perfect size for storing toothbrushes and tubes of toothpaste. Medium-size compartments are great for disposable razors or clippers, and the small compartments work well for corralling lip balm, floss containers, etc.

·                    Use Magnets

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A handy way to store small metal items such as nail clippers, tweezers, etc., in a bathroom cabinet is to simply stick a few magnets to the back of the cabinet or inside the cabinet door for holding the items. Then they’ll be organized and in plain sight when you need them.

If your cabinet is not metal, you may need to use a bit of double-sided tape or hot glue to mount the magnets where you want them. Be sure to use the inexpensive gray disc magnets, as the expensive neodymium magnets do not want to let go of your items! — David Farrand

·                    Organize Cleaning Supplies

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It can be difficult to keep spray bottles and other cleaning supplies from falling over and making a mess under your kitchen sink. To keep your cleaning supplies upright, hang them from a short tension rod inside your cabinet. Another clever idea is to slide a paper towel roll through the tension rod for easy access. This is also a great place to hang dish-drying towels and rubber cleaning gloves.

·                    File Folders for Kitchen Organization

Dollar Tree


File folders can be used for more than just organizing paper and magazines in your office.  They can also be used for organization in your kitchen.

Place all of your kitchen cleaning supplies into file folders, putting the most frequently used items towards the front. This hack is so easy and satisfying!

·                    Use Magazine File Holders for Storage



Magazine files can be used to store canned food and other objects. They come in all different designs and materials, and if you want to get take your organizing up a notch, you can label them.

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·                    No-Slip Kitchen Towels

VELCRO Brand Sticky Back for Fabric

Hanging a dish towel from an oven or dishwasher door makes sense. The towel is in a convenient location, and the oven’s warmth quickly gets rid of dampness. However, the one drawback with hanging your towels here is that they are constantly falling off!

Here’s a way to keep the towel from slipping off:

  1. Fold your towel into its desired form and attach Velcro strips in two spots, one on the front and one on the back, as shown in the photo.
  2. Stitch in place or use fabric iron-on Velcro strips and follow the directions on the packaging.
  3. Finally, hang your towel from the oven or dishwasher door and match Velcro ends together. No more towels on the floor!

·                    Picture Frame Message Board



Dry-erase message boards can be pretty unattractive. So, make a message board using a nice picture frame. To make these message boards, grab a picture frame and some paper. Cut the paper to fit the frame and set it behind the glass. The glass makes an excellent dry-erase surface! — Jessie Dawson

 

·                     Cami or Scarf Organization 

 


This hanger tip will help you to save a lot of closet space by consolidating multiple camis or scarves on one hanger.

 

iDesign Classico Over the Rod


Thanks to Family Handyman and Tiffany from Dream Design DIY for the great tips.


👉Do you have any organizational tips you'd like to share with us? We'd love to hear from you. Comment below 👇


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Monday, January 10, 2022

5 or Less Ingredient Instant Pot Recipes


I love to use my Instant Pot. I've made everything from hard-boiled eggs to dessert. I did learn that if you make a dessert after making a pot roast, have an extra seal on hand because the seal holds odors and you may have a cake tasting like a pot roast. Learn from my mistakes 😉

I've searched the WWW for some 5-ingredient IP recipes for you to try. I have tried a few of these and they turned out great. 

For you convenience, the full recipe is under the photo. If you desire to look at the original, click the links above the photos and it will take you to the author of the recipes.

Let's get started!

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Instant Pot 5-Ingredient Italian Chicken 

photo credit instantloss.com

Instant Pot 5- Ingredient Italian Chicken
AuthorBrittany Williams
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
Instructions
  1. Pour the olive oil into the bottom of your electric pressure cooker. Place the chicken breasts inside and sprinkle the parmesan, basil, and garlic powder on top. 

  2. Place the lid on the cooker and make sure the pressure knob is in the SEALING position. Using the display panel select the MANUAL/PRESSURE COOK function, high pressure, and use the +/- buttons until the display reads 6 minutes.

  3. When the cooker beeps to let you know it’s finished, let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes. Then switch the pressure knob from the SEALING to the VENTING position, causing a quick pressure release. Use caution while the steam escapes—it’s hot. 
  4. Open the lid and shred the chicken into the juices with a hand mixer or fork. If using a hand mixer, drape a towel over your hand, the mixer, and the pot so you avoid splatter getting onto your wall or countertop. Add sea salt and black pepper to taste.

  5. Let chicken cool slightly before assembling sandwiches or salads. Store leftovers inside of a glass container and use them as salad topping throughout the week. 

Recipe Notes

If working with frozen chicken breasts extend the cook time to 12 minutes. 

For every additional pound of chicken, add 6 minutes. 

If you are trying to watch your fat intake, use 1/4 cup of oil, and 1/4 cup of chicken broth in lieu of 1/2 cup oil. 


Pressure Cooker Beef and Broccoli | Better Homes & Gardens 

photo credit JASON DONNELLY

Pressure Cooker Beef and Broccoli
This Paleo Instant Pot recipe is even better than takeout. You can make your own beef and broccoli at home in less than half an hour, and unlike takeout, it's Paleo!
Prep:
20 mins
Pressure-Cook:
7 mins
Total:
27 mins
Servings:
6
Pressure Cooker Beef and Broccoli Jason Donnelly

Ingredients

Ingredient Checklist

Directions

Instructions Checklist
  • Place beef and onion in a 6-quart multifunction electric or stove-top pressure cooker. Stir in water, coconut aminos, salt, ginger, and pepper.

  • Lock lid in place. Set electric cooker on high pressure to cook 7 minutes. For stove-top cooker, bring up to pressure over medium-high; reduce heat enough to maintain steady (but not excessive) pressure. Cook 7 minutes. Remove from heat. For both models, immediately release pressure. Open the lid carefully.

  • Using a slotted spoon, remove beef and onion; keep warm. Add broccoli to the pressure cooker. For an electric cooker, use sauté setting to cook for 5 to 8 minutes or until crisp-tender. For stove-top cooker, simmer, uncovered, over medium 5 to 8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Using a slotted spoon, add broccoli to beef and onion. If desired, continue simmering liquid for 1 to 2 minutes or until thickened. Spoon sauce over beef mixture. Top with sesame seeds.




Creamy Instant Pot Mac And Cheese 

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Creamy Instant Pot Mac And Cheese – Easy, 5-Ingredient Recipe

  • Author:Anna - MissWish.com
  • Prep Time:5 minutes
  • Cook Time:4 minutes
  • Total Time:9 minutes
  • Yield:8 1x
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Ingredients 1 pound elbow macaroni

4 cup water

3 tbsp unsalted butter

12 ounce shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

1/3 cup cream cheese

1 teaspoon dry mustard (more or less to taste)

salt, black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place the macaroni, butter, pinch of salt, and water in the Instant Pot.
  2. Stir to combine.
  3. Close and seal the Instant Pot.
  4. Turn the venting knob to SEALING.
  5. Press the PRESSURE COOK button and check to make sure the pressure level shows as “High” on the display.
  6. Adjust the timer to 4 minutes. (The cooking time is half of the suggested time on the pasta box.)
  7. When finished cooking, let the pressure come down naturally for 10 minutes, then quick release the rest of the pressure.
  8. Open the lid.
  9. Add the shredded cheese, cream cheese and dry mustard.
  10. Stir to combine.
  11. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  12. Serve warm.


photo credit misswish.com

Easy 5-Ingredient Instant Pot Pork Roast – Made with Frozen Pork Butt

  • Author:Anna - MissWish.com
  • Prep Time:5 minutes
  • Cook Time:1 hour, 15 minutes
  • Total Time:1 hour, 20 minutes
  • Yield:8 1x
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Ingredients

3 pounds pork butt roast, frozen

½ tsp onion powder

½ tsp garlic powder

¼ tsp chili powder

½ cup apple juice

½ tsp coarse black pepper

1 tsp salt

1 cup water

2 tbsp oil

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl combine the onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, black pepper, and salt.
  2. Rub the seasoning all over the pork roast.
  3. Press the SAUTE button on the Instant Pot and let stand until the screen reads “HOT”.
  4. Add the oil.
  5. Add the roast and brown 2-3 minutes per side.
  6. Remove the roast from the Instant Pot.
  7. Add the water and apple juice and scrape the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon to loosen the brown bits.
  8. Press the CANCEL button.
  9. Return the pork in the Instant Pot.
  10. Close and seal the Instant Pot.
  11. Turn the venting knob to SEALING.
  12. Press the PRESSURE COOK button and check to make sure the pressure level shows as “High” in the display.
  13. Adjust the timer to 66 minutes (see Note*).
  14. When finished cooking, release pressure naturally according to manufacturer’s directions.
  15. Open the lid.
  16. Remove the pork from the Instant Pot.
  17. To crisp up the crust, carefully place the pork on a baking sheet.
  18. Broil in the oven for 5-10 minutes or until the crust is brown and crispy.
  19. Remove from the oven.
  20. Allow resting for 10-15 minutes before slicing then slice and serve.

Notes

If your roast is smaller or larger, calculate the cooking time by multiplying the number of pounds by 22 minutes.

Pressure Cooker 5 Ingredient Broccoli Cheese Soup - Kitschen Cat

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pressure cooker 5 ingredient broccoli cheese soup

  • Author: Kitschen Cat
  •  
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  •  
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  •  
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  •  
  • Yield: 6-8 1x

DESCRIPTION

Recipe adapted for pressure cooker from Gimme Some Oven


INGREDIENTS

SCALE
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (affiliate)
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 2 small heads of broccoli, roughly chopped
  • 4 cups chicken broth (affiliate)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1, 12oz can evaporated milk
  • 8oz sharp cheddar cheese, grated

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. In your pressure cooker, saute onion in olive oil for 4-5 minutes.
  2. Add broccoli, chicken broth, and salt and pepper.
  3. Stir, lock lid, and set to high pressure for 5 minutes.
  4. When time is up, do a quick release, then turn onto the simmer setting and add evaporated milk.
  5. Stir gently and add grated cheese, small handfuls at a time, until all cheese has been added and has melted.
  6. Ladle into bowls and serve by itself or with crusty dipping bread.

Instant Pot Mango Cheesecake Recipe | My Heart Beets

photo credit myheartbeets.com

Ingredients
 

  • 1 (14 ounce) can condensed milk (sweetened)
  • 1 cup whole milk greek yogurt full-fat
  • ¼ cup canned mango pulp
  • optional additions: cardamom powder, saffron, nuts for garnish 
  • Oil or butter for greasing

Optional Crust Recipes (use the crust of your choice or go crustless):

    Graham Cracker Crust

    • 10 graham cracker sheets (gluten-free works too!) 
    • 4 tablespoons melted butter

    Date and Nut Crust:

    • 1 cup nuts
    • 5 dates roughly chopped

    Oatmeal Cookie Crust:

    • ½ cup rolled oats
    • ¼ cup pecans
    • ¼ cup brown sugar
    • 3 tablespoons melted butter

    Instructions
     

    Optional Crust Recipes (use the crust of your choice or go crustless):

    • To make the Graham Cracker Crust: Process the graham crackers in a food processor to a fine crumb. Add the melted butter and pulse until moist. Press the crumbs into the bottom of a well-greased 6-inch cheesecake pan or 7-inch cheesecake pan with a removable bottom (you can use cooking spray or butter to grease the pan – make sure to get the sides of the pan too!).
    • To make the date-nut crust: add the nuts and dates to a blender and blend until it turns into a sticky, crumbly mixture. Add this mixture to the greased cheesecake pan with a removable bottom and press down to smooth it out. 
    • To make the oatmeal cookie crust: Blend all of the ingredients together in a food processor until well combined. Press the crust onto the bottom of a greased 6-inch (or 7 inch) cheesecake pan with a removable bottom.

    To make the Cheesecake:

    • Add the condensed milk, yogurt, and mango puree to a bowl and mix well.
    • Pour the mixture on top of the crust (if using) or straight into a greased 6-inch or 7-inch cheesecake pan (with a removable bottom), then cover the pan with foil.
    • Add 2 cups water into the steel inner pot, then place the trivet/wire rack that came with your pressure cooker into the pot. Place the pan on top of the rack.
    • Secure the lid, close pressure valve, and cook for 30 minutes at high pressure.
    • Naturally release pressure for 20 minutes, then release any remaining pressure (do not leave the cheesecake sitting in the pot). Stick a toothpick into the cheesecake and if it comes out clean, it’s done. If it’s still wet, pressure cook the cake for another 2 minutes.
    • Allow the cheesecake to cool down on a wire rack. I find it easiest to unmold the cheesecake while slightly warm.
    • Put the cheesecake in the fridge to chill for 4-6 hours.
    • Pour some mango puree on top of the cake right before serving. It adds a nice pop of color!

    Notes

    • Since this recipe calls for a puree, I suggest using whole milk greek yogurt rather than regular whole milk yogurt because greek is thicker. If you have regular whole milk yogurt then you can use a sieve to separate some of the whey from the yogurt before measuring.
    • This is best when chilled (in my opinion) but you can also eat this warm or at room temperature as a pudding if you like. It will only taste like cheesecake after it has chilled. If you eat it warm, it will taste like a custard.
    • You can freeze this cheesecake! It tastes great when thawed but I’ve found they are a bit more crumbly. Still delicious though!

    3 Ingredient Instant Pot Pot Roast - Girl and the Kitchen

    photo credit girlandthekitchen.com

    pressure cooker 5 ingredient broccoli cheese soup

    • Author: Kitschen Cat
    •  
    • Prep Time: 5 mins
    •  
    • Cook Time: 10 mins
    •  
    • Total Time: 15 mins
    •  
    • Yield: 6-8 1x

    DESCRIPTION

    Recipe adapted for pressure cooker from Gimme Some Oven


    INGREDIENTS

    SCALE
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil (affiliate)
    • 1 yellow onion, diced
    • 2 small heads of broccoli, roughly chopped
    • 4 cups chicken broth (affiliate)
    • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
    • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
    • 1, 12oz can evaporated milk
    • 8oz sharp cheddar cheese, grated

    INSTRUCTIONS

    1. In your pressure cooker, saute onion in olive oil for 4-5 minutes.
    2. Add broccoli, chicken broth, and salt and pepper.
    3. Stir, lock lid, and set to high pressure for 5 minutes.
    4. When time is up, do a quick release, then turn onto the simmer setting and add evaporated milk.
    5. Stir gently and add grated cheese, small handfuls at a time, until all cheese has been added and has melted.
    6. Ladle into bowls and serve by itself or with crusty dipping bread.

    Instant Pot Rice & Beans (Only 5 Ingredients!) - From My Bowl

    photo credit frommybowl.com


    INSTANT POT RICE & BEANS (ONLY 5 INGREDIENTS!)

    • Prep Time: 10 Minutes
    •  
    • Cook Time: 25 Minutes
    •  
    • Yield: 5 Servings 1x

    DESCRIPTION

    These Instant Pot Rice & Beans require only 5 simple ingredients to make! Perfect for Meal Prep or an Easy Weeknight Dinner. Vegan, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free.


    INGREDIENTS

    • 1 1/4 cup dry Red Kidney Beans
    • 1 1/2 cup dry Brown Rice
    • 1 cup Salsa
    • ½ bunch Cilantro stems and leaves divided
    • 3 cups Vegetable Broth
    • 2 cups Water

    INSTRUCTIONS

    • First, chop your Cilantro, keeping the leaves and stems roughly separated.
    • Add the dried Beans and Rice to the bottom of your Instant Pot.
    • Gently pour the Vegetable Broth and Water over the Rice and Beans, then give everything a good stir.
    • Next, add the Salsa and stems of the Cilantro into the pot. Do not mix!
    • Close the Instant Pot, set the valve to Sealing, and use the Manual Mode to cook on High for 25 Minutes.
    • One the cook time finishes, let the Instant Pot release pressure for an additional 10 minutes (leave the “Keep Warm” feature on).
    • Finally, move the valve from Sealing to Venting to release all remaining pressure, and serve the Beans and Rice warm. Garnish with the chopped cilantro leaves, and anything else you desire!

    NOTES

    • A few of my beans rose to the top of the mixture, and I noticed they looked a little “dry” when I opened the pot. If this happens to you, simply mix the Beans and Rice together, then cover the pot again and let sit for 12 – 15 minutes.
    • Different beans require different amounts of time to cook in the pressure cooker, so I would be wary of substitutions. If you do decide to use a different bean, make sure to cook the mixture for at least 22 minutes, so the brown rice will cook completely.

    5 Ingredient Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo - Sweetphi

    photo credit sweetphi.com

    Equipment

    • Instant Pot
    • Cutting Board
    • Silicone Spatula

    Ingredients

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
    • 2 garlic cloves finely minced
    • 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts about two large breasts, cut into 1-2 inch cubes*
    • 8 oz. dry fettuccine or whole wheat linguine
    • 1 jar 15 oz. alfredo sauce
    • 1 jar water 15 oz.**
    • salt and pepper to taste***

    Instructions

    • Hit saute setting on your Instant Pot and set a timer for 5 minutes.
    • Add olive oil, garlic and chicken to Instant Pot and saute for 5 minutes, stirring only once or twice. Add salt/pepper to taste.
    • Make sure no chicken is stuck to bottom after sauteing has finished.
    • Break dry/uncooked pasta in half and add into Instant Pot
    • Empty jar of alfredo sauce into Instant Pot. Refill the same jar with water and add to Instant Pot. Do not stir, sauce will thicken as it sits.
    • Seal, and set Instant Pot to 'high pressure' and set timer for 9 minutes.
    • Flip valve to release the pressure (quick release) and when pressure subsides, open the lid and stir.
    • Divide between 4 plates, top with parmesan and serve with a side of broccoli if desired, and enjoy!

    Notes

    *You can use frozen chicken. If chicken is frozen, cook for 15 minutes if chicken breasts are stacked or on top of each other. If you are able to lay frozen chicken flat on the bottom of the Instant Pot, cook for 10 minutes. You want the breasts a little pink at this point so they don't over-cook.
    **If you prefer a thicker sauce, use a 3/4 jar of water, instead of a full jar.
    *** water, salt, and pepper not included in 5 ingredients, because chances are you have those somewhere in your house :)

    Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes (5 Ingredients) | Chew Out Loud

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    instant pot mashed potatoes

  • Author: Chew Out Loud      
  • Total Time: 15 minutes 
  • Yield: 8 1x
  • This Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes recipe is the easiest mashed potatoes ever. Fluffy, creamy, flavorful mashed potatoes can be on your dinner table in no time…


    INGREDIENTS

    • 1/2 cup regular-strength chicken broth or stock
    • 3 lbs russet or Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
    • 1/2 cup milk (regular or low-fat)
    • 8 TB (1/2 cup or 4oz) butter, sliced and softened, plus more for drizzling
    • Kosher salt 
    • (Optional seasonings: freshly ground black pepper, garlic powder or roasted garlic, chopped herbs of your choice)

    INSTRUCTIONS

    1. Pour broth into the inner pot of your Instant Pot. Place potatoes onto steamer rack. Close lid and lock in place. Turn steam release handle/valve to correct position, if needed. Cook on high pressure for 8 minutes. 
    2. While potatoes are cooking, combine milk and softened butter slices into a saucepan over low heat. Stir until butter is completed melted and milk is warmed through. Turn heat off and keep warm.
    3. Once the pressure cooker is done cooking potatoes, do a Quick Release. Gently remove lid and remove steamer rack, sliding potatoes in the inner pot with the broth. Use a potato masher to mash potatoes until almost done.
    4. Add warm milk/butter mixture and a generous sprinkle of kosher salt (any optional seasonings can be added now as well.) Keeping Instant Pot on “warm,” continue to hand-mash potatoes to your desired texture. Taste and add more salt, if needed. Serve with drizzle of melted butter, gravy, or as is. 

    NOTES

    Russet potatoes tend to result in fluffier, lighter texture, while Yukon gold potatoes will yield a creamier consistency. The choice is yours; you can try combining both types of potatoes as well.

    If you’d like to make roasted garlic mashed potatoes, you can roast the garlic a day ahead of time.

    Over-mashing potatoes can lead to gumminess, so be sure to watch carefully as you mash and stop as soon as your potatoes turn creamy. 

    Finished mashed potatoes can be kept warm in the Instant Pot for 1-2 hours before serving, though the sooner you can serve it, the better. If needed, you can stir in a bit more liquid (broth or milk) to mashed potatoes before serving. 

    Stovetop option: boil peeled/cubed potatoes in a large pot of salted water for 15 minutes, or just until potatoes are fork-tender. Drain and proceed with recipe as written.


    Do you have an Instant Pot? Do you have a favorite IP recipe? Please comment below 👇 


    Stay warm and sassy, 
    Kelly
    Sassy Silver Sisters 
    Cathy, Rhonda & Kelly

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