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Black Eyed Peas-Instant Pot
Ingredients
  • 1 1/4 cups dry black-eyed peas (unsoaked)
  • 3 1/2 cups cold water
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2-3 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 1 bay leaf (optional)
Directions
  1. Rinse and drain the black eyed peas.
  2. Add black eyed peas and water to the Instant Pot.
  3. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, thyme, and bay leaf to the Instant Pot.
  4. Select Pressure Cook (High Pressure) and set the cooking time to 16 minutes (or 14 minutes if you prefer firmer peas).
  5. Allow the pressure to release naturally for about 10-15 minutes.
  6. Open the lid, stir, remove the bay leaf, and serve.
Brown Rice-Instant Pot
Ingredients
  • 1 cup long-grain brown rice
  • 1 cup cold water or vegetable broth
  • A pinch of salt
Directions
  1. Rinse the brown rice and drain.
  2. Add the rice, water (or vegetable broth), and salt to the Instant Pot. Stir to combine.
  3. Secure the lid and set the valve to the Sealing position.
  4. Select Pressure Cook (High Pressure) and set the cooking time to 15 minutes.
  5. Allow the pressure to release naturally for 5-10 minutes.
  6. Open the lid and stir. Adjust salt to taste.
  7. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve.