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For the Instant Pot , no thawing is required-food can be cooked directly from frozen.  \n2  \nquick vs. natural pressure release  \nIf you’re using the Instant Pot method for recipes, you’ll need to know what these each mean. A quick release is when you release the pressure immediately after cooking with the valve on top. A natural pressure release means you let the pressure release naturally after a set time. For example, if a recipe says “10-minute natural release,” that means you need to wait 10 minutes after cook time is completed before turning the valve.  \n3  \nhow long these keep  \nWe’d recommend storing them in the freezer for up to 3 months for best results. After that time, you may start to notice freezer burn.  \n\n| \u003Cbr>Detox Lentil Soup\u003Cbr>FREEZE TOGETHER\u003Cbr> 2 cups chopped butternut squash, fresh or frozen  2 cups mirepoix, fresh or frozen\u003Cbr> 1–2 cups chopped potatoes, fresh or frozen\u003Cbr> 1 cup uncooked brown lentils\u003Cbr> 3/4 cup yellow split peas\u003Cbr> 3 cloves garlic, minced\u003Cbr> 1 teaspoon herbes de Provence\u003Cbr> ½ teaspoon salt (more to taste)\u003Cbr> 4–5 cups vegetable or chicken broth |  |\n| --- | --- |\n| INSTANT POT\u003Cbr> High Pressure  15 mins  | SLOW COOKER\u003Cbr> High Setting  6 hrs  |\n| 10-minute natural release\u003Cbr>FINAL STEP\u003Cbr>Blend a little of the soup with ¼ cup olive oil, return to pot, and stir in 1-2 cups chopped kale. Finish with some lemon juice or red wine vinegar. |  |\n\n\n| \u003Cbr>Wild Rice Soup\u003Cbr>FREEZE TOGETHER\u003Cbr> half an onion, chopped\u003Cbr> 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced\u003Cbr> 1 cup uncooked wild rice\u003Cbr> 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth\u003Cbr> 1 teaspoon salt\u003Cbr> 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning\u003Cbr> 1 lb. chicken breasts (optional)\u003Cbr> 5 medium carrots, chopped\u003Cbr> 3 cloves garlic, minced\u003Cbr> 3 stalks celery, chopped\u003Cbr>INSTANT POT SLOW COOKER |  |\n| --- | --- |\n|  High Pressure  30 mins  |  High Setting  4 hrs  |\n| 10-minute natural release Thaw first if using chicken\u003Cbr>FINAL STEP\u003Cbr>Melt 6 tbsp butter in a pan, and whisk in ½ cup flour and 1 ½ cups milk until creamy and thick. Add to the soup.(Optional: finish with 1 tsp of Trader Joe’s umami mushroom seasoning and/or 1-2 tbsp of sherry.) |  |\n\n\n| \u003Cbr>Spicy Peanut Soup\u003Cbr>FREEZE TOGETHER\u003Cbr> 3 cups chopped sweet potatoes, fresh or frozen  2 jalapeños, minced\u003Cbr> half of an onion, chopped\u003Cbr> 4 cloves garlic, minced\u003Cbr> 1 teaspoon curry powder\u003Cbr> 1 teaspoon turmeric\u003Cbr> 1 teaspoon salt\u003Cbr> one 14-ounce can fire roasted tomatoes\u003Cbr> one 14-ounce can coconut milk |  |\n| --- | --- |\n| INSTANT POT\u003Cbr> High Pressure  8 mins  | SLOW COOKER\u003Cbr> High Setting  6 hrs  |\n| 10-minute natural release\u003Cbr>FINAL STEP\u003Cbr>Stir in ¼ cup peanut butter, ½ cup chopped peanuts, and 1-2 cups chopped kale. Add water to thin to desired consistency. |  |\n\n\n| \u003Cbr>Beef Stew\u003Cbr>FREEZE TOGETHER\u003Cbr> 2 lbs. beef chuck, fat trimmed, cut in small-ish pieces  1 medium onion, sliced thinly\u003Cbr> 6 stalks celery, sliced diagonally\u003Cbr> 6 carrots, sliced diagonally\u003Cbr> 2 teaspoons salt\u003Cbr> 1 tablespoon sugar\u003Cbr> 2 small cans tomato juice (about 1 cup)\u003Cbr>INSTANT POT SLOW COOKER |  |\n| --- | --- |\n|  High Pressure  30 mins  |  High Setting  6 hrs  |\n| 10-minute natural release Thaw ingredients first\u003Cbr>FINAL STEP\u003Cbr>After cooking, add a cornstarch slurry to the stew (2 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water) . Transfer stew toa baking dish and broil for 5-10 minutes to get everything browned and thickened, or let it rest in the pot until thickened. |  |\n\n\n| \u003Cbr>Spiced Chickpea Bowls\u003Cbr>FREEZE TOGETHER\u003Cbr> 1 tablespoon olive oil\u003Cbr> ¼ cup chopped onion\u003Cbr> 1 clove garlic, minced\u003Cbr> 1 tablespoon each – chili powder and cumin\u003Cbr> 1 teaspoon each – turmeric and garam masala  1 teaspoon sea salt\u003Cbr> dash of each – cinnamon and cayenne\u003Cbr> two 14-ounce cans chickpeas, drained + rinsed  two 14-ounce cans fire roasted diced","cbCaia6nmBmpLjYL","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaia6nmBmpLjYL","pdf",13906083,"English","# Things To Know\n## Thaw Meat for the Slow Cooker\n## Quick vs. Natural Pressure Release\n## How Long These Keep\n# Freeze Together Recipes\n## Detox Lentil Soup\n## Wild Rice Soup\n## Spicy Peanut Soup\n## Beef Stew\n## Spiced Chickpea Bowls\n## Golden Soup\n## Cauliflower Curry\n## Healing Chicken + Rice Soup","[{\"question\":\"Do you need to thaw meat before cooking in a slow cooker?\",\"answer\":\"Yes. For slow cooker method, thaw all meat-based recipes in the fridge overnight for food safety.\"},{\"question\":\"What’s the difference between quick release and natural pressure release?\",\"answer\":\"Quick release means releasing pressure immediately after cooking. Natural pressure release means letting pressure release naturally after a set time; for example, a “10-minute natural release” requires waiting 10 minutes before turning the valve.\"},{\"question\":\"How long can the prepared meals be stored in the freezer?\",\"answer\":\"Store them in the freezer for up to 3 months for best results; after that you may start to notice freezer burn.\"}]","HEALTHY FREEZER MEALS STARTER KIT - Things To Know | PDF",1790511685]