Pressure’s On

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Pressure’s On

When you're down to the wire at dinnertime, turn to these hearty pressure cooker soups and stews

BY Fiona Kennedy

Pressure cookers have always been known as time-savers in the kitchen, but you probably wouldn’t call them “speedy.” Sure, they slash hours off cooking times, but rarely would you find a pressure cooker recipe that clocked in under 30 minutesuntil now. These five recipes rely on the pressure cooker’s high-pressure, high-heat capability to produce flavorful entrées in record time.

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Butternut Squash & Edamame Zosui with Ginger–Green Onion Relish

Zosui is a Japanese soup made with leftover cooked rice. This comforting dish is great when you want something nourishing but not too heavy.

Toasted Millet with Harissa and Sweet Potatoes

Harissa is a spicy red chile paste used to season North African dishes, such  as couscous and tagines. Here, it adds gentle heat to a stew of millet, sweet potatoes, and spinach.

Curried Potatoes with Cauliflower and Peas

To make a vegan version of this vegetable curry, substitute vegetable oil for the ghee. Serve with rice and Cucumber Raita.

Minestrone with Arugula

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This recipe calls for prepared mirepoix, a mixture of chopped onions, celery, and carrots that can be found in the refrigerated produce section of supermarkets. If you want to make your own mirepoix, simply chop 2/3 cup of each vegetable.

Spiced Eggplant with Feta and Pomegranate Seeds

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Pomegranate molasses, a thick fruit syrup found in Middle Eastern markets, brings sweetness to this meltingly tender eggplant stew. Serve over brown rice.