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Wine Braised Chicken Stew in the Instant Pot
Today’s recipe is my very own chicken version of a beef stew. And, if like many of us, you’re cutting back on eating red meat this is a fantastic alternative. I really like making stews because you can prepare them ahead of time. This makes them a great choice for weeknight family dinners. Or make yourself a batch to take for work lunches! The only downside to stews is that the cooking time is usually several hours. The flavours need time, to simmer and meld into a beautiful rich sauce. But what if you don’t have that kinda time? Instant Pot to the rescue once again. I’ve been experimenting and…
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Instant Pot Cabbage + Potato + Cheddar Soup
Time for a new season…Fall is just a couple days away…whether you’re ready or not. This girl is not complaining though. I’ve had a fantastic summer, with lots of travelling and fun in the sea and sun. I am very grateful. And I happen to love Fall as a season anyways. It’s just that here, in southern Ontario anyways, Fall turns into winter in a flash…and that boys and girls is what I am dreading! The one thing I am looking forward to though, is…soups. I just love them. Today’s recipe is simple comfort food. Cabbage and potato is a classic soup combo but the addition of sharp cheddar makes…
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Hearty + Delicious Beef Stew made in the Instant Pot
Ok friends, here it is…. Beef Stew In the Instant Pot! This one’s meant to be eaten in a bowl, with a big soup spoon and a thick, buttered, crusty slice of Italian bread, to sop up all that delicious brothy sauce. I already had a good, trusty stew recipe so I stuck with it. I adjusted it slightly to the instant pot method. I’m really happy with the results. Now, here’s the thing…when I make stew on the stove, I usually finish it off in the oven. But I’ve now discovered this is not the norm…who knew! In my humble opinion, it really improves the flavour and is worth the…
