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Grand Prize: Pressure-Cooker Paprika Shrimp and Rice
With fresh basil and lemon wedges as garnish, this shrimp and rice dish is your one-pot stop for deliciousness. —Joyce Conway, Westerville, OhioCheck out our contest page to learn more about our contests and submit your own recipes for consideration.
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1st Place: Instant Pot Chocolate Chip Cheesecake
I adapted my favorite cheesecake recipe to work in the Instant Pot. The texture was so incredible, I may never bake it in the oven again! Be sure to use MINI chocolate chips. If you use regular size chips, they will sink to the bottom. —Michele Kusma, Columbus, OH
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2nd Place: Sausage and Apple Quinoa Casserole
Thanks to your pressure cooker, you don’t need a 13×9-in. pan to make a delicious casserole anymore. And a few flavorful add-ins make it so you don’t need a long ingredient list either. —Brenna Norby, Grand Forks, North Dakota
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3rd Place: Pressure-Cooker Bloody Mary Pot Roast
When I picked up a bottle of Bloody Mary mix, the clerk said she sometimes uses it to marinate a roast. I gave that a try and then decided to add more of the flavors that others love in a Bloody Mary. —Renee Page, Rochelle, Illinois
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Most Innovative: Pressure-Cooker Cherry Bourbon Ham Balls
In my book, meatballs and bourbon are must-haves at any gathering. These clever party bites combine the two favorites to kick up the fun and flavor of your buffet. My family members are big fans. —Joyce Moynihan, Lakeville, Minnesota
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Runner-Up: Pressure-Cooker Butternut Rice Pudding
This tasty rice pudding blends all our favorite flavors of fall into one comforting dessert. The ease of the pressure cooker allows you to limit your dishes and cuts cooking time. If preferred, raisins can be substituted for the dried cranberries. —Gretchen Monahan, Palmyra, PA
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Runner-Up: Instant Pot Cuban Chicken
I love the flavors of Cuban food. Lots of citrus, garlic, cilantro and spices; I could eat it every day. I found I could create that slow-cooked flavor using my Instant Pot and my family is now eating Cuban food a lot more. —Courtney Stultz, Weir, Kansas
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Runner-Up: Pressure-Cooker French Toast
This pressure-cooked French toast almost looks like a cake—it’ll get the oohs and aahs of one, too, and without much work. The special yet simple breakfast is sure to coax your crew out of their beds. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
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Runner-Up: Instant Pot Puerto Rican Pernil
Imagine this: You’re sitting on the beach, sun shining, waves crashing and a mojito in your hand when the most wonderful aroma wafts over to you. It’s a citrusy, spicy and mouthwatering pork roast more flavorful than anything you’ve ever had. Cooking and eating this should remind you of the best parts of island life. It’s OK to use fresh-squeezed orange juice, lime juice, or a combination of both instead of grapefruit juice, but please, don’t ever make this with bottled juice. —Cristina Carrera, Kenosha, Wisconsin
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Runner-Up: Pressure-Cooker Sonoran Clam Chowder
Being from New England originally, I always appreciated a good rich clam chowder, but living in the Southwest for the past 35 years I have learned to appreciate the Sonoran flavors. This recipe blends a comfort-food memory with my current home flavor profiles. —James Scott, Phoenix, Arizona
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Runner-Up: Pressure-Cooker Tex-Mex Risotto
I love food with lots of flavor and a Mexican twist, but am too lazy to stand over a pot of risotto. My Ninja Foodi gave me the opportunity to marry my love of Mexican and creamy risotto—no muss, no fuss. —Sharon Marx, Grand Blanc, Michigan
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Runner-Up: Pressure-Cooker Thai Sweet Chili Pork Bowls
Grab that bottle of Sriracha! This Thai pork dish is a standout weeknight meal you won’t want to miss. My pressure cooker does the hard stuff, but I still get the props. —Debbie Glasscock, Conway, Arkansas
Originally Published: July 13, 2022