Easy WeeknightInstant PotMediterranean DietVegetarian

Mediterranean Lentil Salad with Chickpeas

For this lentil salad, I have added chickpeas to the green lentils along with an abundance of herbs that just make the dish explode in your mouth. Then I have tossed in tomatoes, black olives and feta cheese to make it even more irresistible.  Not only is this lentil salad packed with flavor, but the splendid colors make it an inviting dish and great for any dinner party. While I like to serve…
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Classic Greek Salad Makes a Great Main Dish

Perfectly Grilled Steak and Marinated Vegetables

DessertsInstant PotMake-Ahead Dinner Parties

Instant Pot Lemon Mousse

This creamy lemon mousse is made with a delightful pairing of lemon curd and yogurt and then topped with fresh berries and a hint of chocolate for a sweet and tart dessert. You will need to plan ahead because the lemon curd needs to chill for 8 hours, but I think that’s a wonderful thing! Talk about getting some of my courses done again of time before guests start arriving. Now get this – it…
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Mediterranean Lentil Salad with Chickpeas

Pork and Shrimp Wontons - Instant Pot

AppetizersInstant Pot

Pork and Shrimp Wontons - Instant Pot

Pork and Shrimp Wontons for Your Instant Pot® These little dumplings of joy are one of my most requested appetizers. They also make a wonderful light lunch, snack or dinner. While these are made with pork and shrimp, they can easily be varied to just pork or shrimp, or to use ground chicken. These tasty little wontons are made using the Instant Pot® multicooker, but you can easily use any…
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Mediterranean Lentil Salad with Chickpeas

Instant Pot Lemon Mousse

Holidays & Special OccasionsInstant PotMain CourseSoups & Stews

Instant Pot Beef Stew with Stout

This melt-in-your-mouth Instant Pot beef stew is loaded with flavor. Using a bounty of fresh vegetables and tender beef, this updated classic will please everyone at your table. You can also make this recipe with any brand of electric pressure cooker. While the step-by-step instructions are written with Instant Pot terms, you will find they are easily adaptable to any brand. As a toast to my…
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Zesty Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken

Classic Greek Salad Makes a Great Main Dish

DessertsHolidays & Special OccasionsInstant PotMake-Ahead Dinner PartiesMake-Ahead Meals

Cheesecake with Toffee Bits, Pecans and Caramel

Sometimes, just sometimes, check that – most of the time I crave cheesecake. The deep, dense splendor that is all cheese just does it for me on so many levels. Add to that the crumbly texture of a graham cracker or cookie crust and you just can’t go wrong. While I really am not a huge dessert fan, there is something about cheesecake that makes my day. I made this little gem in my Instant Pot…
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Zesty Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken

Mediterranean Lentil Salad with Chickpeas