Instant Pot for Two: Small-Batch Pressure Cooker Recipes
Small-Batch Pressure Cooker Recipes for Two
by Alumigogo Books
non-fiction
Perfectly portioned, pressure-cooked meals for two—tested recipes for your Instant Pot that eliminate waste, not flavor.
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About this book
You love your Instant Pot, but too many recipes are sized for a family of four (or more). What do you do with six servings of chili when there are only two of you? Instant Pot for Two solves that problem with a collection of 48 small-batch recipes, each scaled and tested for your 6-quart Instant Pot (with notes for 3-quart and 8-quart models).
From hearty breakfasts like Leek and Mushroom Frittata to comforting dinners like Chicken Marsala for Two and Silky Lemon Panna Cotta, every recipe includes precise measurements, pressure times, and natural vs. quick release instructions—so you can cook with confidence. This isn't a book of slightly reduced versions of big-batch recipes; it's a collection designed from the ground up for two, with attention to ingredient proportions, pot-in-pot cooking, and the nuances of low-pressure cooking for small quantities.
You'll also find a practical chapter on making yogurt in small batches, a week of meal plans that repurpose leftovers intentionally, and a troubleshooting section that answers common questions like 'Why does my milk-based sauce curdle?' and 'Can I use frozen vegetables?' With this book, you'll use your Instant Pot more often, waste less food, and enjoy perfectly portioned meals every night.
Reader Reviews
Timothy Johnson
★★★★★Finally, a cookbook that gets it! We bought an Instant Pot but stopped using it because every recipe we found online made way too much food. This book changed that. The chicken marsala for two was perfect, and the yogurt recipe worked on the first try. A few recipes like the frittata are a bit fussy, but the clear instructions make it doable. Highly recommend for couples or anyone who cooks for one and likes leftovers.
Robert Davis
★★★★★I'm a beginner with the Instant Pot, and this book is exactly what I needed. The intro chapter answers questions I didn't even know I had, like why my pot said 'burn' on the first attempt. The meal plan for a week was a huge help—I went shopping with the list and didn't waste a thing. The dessert chapter is dangerous because I want to make the molten chocolate cake every night. Great buy.
Michael Adams
★★★★★There are lots of Instant Pot books out there, but most assume you're feeding a family of five. This one is a breath of fresh air. Every recipe I've tried (about 10 so far) has worked as promised. I especially appreciate the notes for the 3-quart pot, since that's what I have. The only thing I'd change is more sides, but the ones included are solid. Worth the money.
Robert Walker
★★★★★This cookbook has a permanent spot on my kitchen counter. It's practical, straightforward, and the recipes are actually good. I've made the black bean soup and the stuffed peppers, and both were delicious with zero waste. The FAQ section is honest and helpful—I found out I wasn't letting the pressure release long enough. If you're tired of internet recipes that fail, give this a shot.