How to Use Your Instant Pot | A First Timer’s Guide | Well Done

Here’s an easy crash course for home chefs who are new to cooking with an Instant Pot. Nicole explains how the Pot works, when to use different functions, and how to use it safely (don’t get burned from the steam!). So no more excuses! Let’s get cooking!

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How to Use Your Instant Pot | A First Timer’s Guide | Well Done

[missh]

I don’t know how to explain it, but your way of speaking is really calming. You talk like an actual person and not like a cooking show robot. I found this video so helpful, not only because of the information but because of the way you delivered it. I would literally watch any show you had on television.

[jonjames]

Loved this video. Its like you talked "to me", not "Down to me". And the step by step walkthrough was easy to follow. The video was 14 minutes, but it felt like 5 (no wasted chit chat or unfunny jokes). Even your recipes of the two dishes were simple and easy. You come off like every average person and that is refreshing. I learned a few things from this video. Thank you

[wasclit]

I am 68 and tech challenged. Thank God for my granddaughter - I would of never found the internet on my first Iphone. Now my daughter has got me an instant pot for Christmas and yes it is still in the box. I guess it would be wrong to take it back to the store and get a refund so I am going to try to do pulled pork thanks to your tutorial.

[NurseEmilie]

I've not used mine yet, but you make me more confident that I
can do this. Thanks for taking the time to make this video.
It has helped so much.

[lisabrandt]

Finally Ifound someone who could explain ALL the steps to using a pressure cooker -- excellent job!! I would watch your cooking videos any time. You would make an excellent teacher!

[wytzin]

Thank you! I've had my pot over a year and never used it, because I was scared. I guess I wasn't the only one... LOL!!! You're instructions are honest and no nonsense. Great video... and recipes.

[JenniferSmith-skkb]

I don't usually comment on videos, but I just wanted to take the time to say this is my FAVORITE video on how to use your Instant Pot. Couldn't be more clear and easy to understand. Thank you so much!!

[Ytubemc]

The BEST instant pot tutorial, finally. Thanks for explaining in such detail and your personality just made it all the better. Stay well 🙏🏽

[jillspringer]

I feel so much better about using my instant pot and I love your teaching method. So easy to listen to and understand.

[nadsademonteiro]

No nonsense cooking demo...informative and to the point but in a very real way... appreciate that so much! Would love to get demos on baking cakes and banana bread and puff pastry either on Instant Vortex air fryer and on Instant Pot if possible there too...thank you for your videos! You are refreshing in many ways!

[SightreadingCreative]

Thank you! My husband brought home an Instant Pot yesterday and little did he know the childhood fear he dredged up in my mind. When I was a kid my mom used a pressure cooker and one time it exploded. Thankfully no one was hurt, but food was EVERYWHERE! But after watching your video, I felt brave enough to give it a go. First successful supper in the books and planning more.

[MsKstunna]

Thank you for teaching, directing and instructing me clearly and timely! My pot roast and veggies were tender to perfection!! I trimmed and cut my roast in medium chunks! I'm so glad I found you today, 7/1/23!! I got mine for Christmas 3 years ago and love it now. I'm an Insta Pot pro and chef, now!! 😂❤👩🏾‍🍳 Thanks, Well Done

[micheleoftheoaks]

Thank you. You probably saved someone from the type of serious injury your friend suffered. The stew looked yummy.

[takasiapetty]

I love how you gave all of the safety instructions and the dangers the instant pot can do to a person. I just got my instant pot a week ago and yes it is still in the box. I did read the instructions and wasn't impressed. I understood everything you said easily. I am going to try stewed chicken with potatoes and carrots. Thenk you for the instuctions and helpful hints.Have a blessed day.

[lindavalentine]

I've used a pressure cooker since I was 19 (I'm 79 now) and was hesitant about the instapot. I've heard good and bad and most videos make it look complicated. Thanks to your extremely well done video instructions, I'm ready to buy one. I'll be watching and learning from your videos too. By the way, when I was 21, I started my pressure cooker, phone rang and I forgot about the pressure cooker. The safety valve blew. Peaches all over my ceiling, walls, etc. Although I've never forgot it again - i do learn - it's nice to know the instapot turns it's little self off.

[jnnayn]

Im seen her not just she showing the way how we use it, she is really caring to deliver good advices in general about how to use this machine safely thanks a lot ❤❤

[v.j.cooper]

THANK YOU...I HAVE HAD MINE FOR A YEAR . NOW I CAN TAKE IT OUT THE BOX AND ATTEMPT TO USE IT!

[walterjunovich]

This was EXTREMELY helpful, thank you. ❤

There's definitely a learning curve for older people.

[nancybowen]

Oh thank you from the borrom of my cooking heart. I was one of those who bought it, read the warning phamplet enclosed & let it sit in the garage for weeks to afraid to tackle it! Your refreshing calm way of showing and explaining was so needed. Now I feel like I can safely move forward!!

[kenyascott]

OMG! Thank you for SIMPLIFYING the instant pot process w/o ALL the charades & fluff! Just right to the point! I will DEFINITELY be subscribing to your YouTube channel.

Thanks again for sharing! 🤗💕