The Simple Comforts Step-by-Step Instant Pot Cookbook: The Easiest and Most Satisfying Comfort Food Ever ― With Photographs of Every Step by Jeffrey Eisner
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I finally (!) treated myself to an Instant Pot for Christmas. I chose a 3 quart model because I don’t have room or need for a larger model. As I looked into the Instant Pot I realized I would need a guide that might be more comprehensive than the standard cookbook and I wanted something that would cover basic foods not necessarily the more complicated dishes.
I’ve lost count of how many books I checked out to find this one.
I’d seen several of Jeffrey Eisner’s YouTube videos in addition to sampling the book so I thought I had a decent idea of what to expect. I was off by quite a bit. In a good way.
I found a spiral bound copy of the book which I find exceptionally helpful. The book lays flat and I can fold it back on itself if I need to.
There are tons of photographs. While that isn’t one of my usual requirements in a cookbook, it is very helpful to have as you go through the recipes.
The recipes are well designed. The layout is thoughtful and well organized with photos showing what things should look like every step of the way.
The food charts are extensive and seem to cover all of the basics. You might be shocked at how many Instant Pot / Multicooker cookbooks don’t have them.
The book provides a lot of information that, frankly, should have come with the pot. Everything you need to know to get started. Things you might want to have on hand. Instructions on how to use the recipes with the size of pot you have – essential when most such books focus on the 6 quart models and I have a 3 quart model.
Overall this colorful, informative book has been useful. The recipes are interesting but provide you with some leeway to make changes if your taste is different.
My first recipe from the book was Chicken and Rice which was easy to do and the results exceeded my expectations.
This book is one to add to your collection.
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Day: March 18, 2026
I Love Creative Design
I have lived in a variety of spaces over the years. I also have a rather eclectic taste in decor. My mentor once took me to the Los Angeles Design Center and when we walked out the door (after hours inside) she looked at me and said I was a designer’s dream because I liked almost everything. <shrug> She wasn’t wrong.
I was raised by a mom who understood the use of color, texture, and light. She, who had no formal training, could put a room or house together in a way that looked easy but I know she put a lot of time and thought into her rooms. Needless to say I not only learned a lot from her but I ‘caught the bug’ and learned to love learning about home design.
Recently I came across the following video from Homeworthy on YouTube and couldn’t resist. My home is a little over twice the size of this home.
I love the colors she chose. I love the patterns, too. The use of space is amazing. I admire the way she took a chance and created spaces using furniture and paint.
Small homes are not for everyone. I happen to have a cozy home where space and storage are minimal requiring some creative thinking.
This apartment is one of the more creative homes I’ve seen in a while. The beauty of the design is you don’t notice just how much, or how little, space there is.
Would you attempt a design like this?