~Lauren~
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Post by ~Lauren~ on Nov 29, 2016 1:32:46 GMT
do I "need" the non-stick insert pot?
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Post by papercrafteradvocate on Nov 29, 2016 1:34:58 GMT
I ordered one, and and it was exactly the same pot that came with my Instapot!
I tried ordering the ceramic non stick but it was out of stock..
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Post by Rainy_Day_Woman on Nov 29, 2016 1:39:49 GMT
I prefer stainless steel. I suppose things can stick sometimes but I don't have a problem overall.
I think part of the Instant pot's popularity started because it was one of the only brands that didn't have a non-stick pot.
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~Lauren~
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Post by ~Lauren~ on Nov 29, 2016 1:40:24 GMT
Thanks
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lisaknits
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Post by lisaknits on Nov 29, 2016 1:44:23 GMT
I prefer stainless steel. I suppose things can stick sometimes but I don't have a problem overall. I think part of the Instant pot's popularity started because it was one of the only brands that didn't have a non-stick pot.  |
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Post by imsirius on Nov 29, 2016 2:40:18 GMT
Ok..I can't hold it in anymore.. It is INSTANT POT. Not Insta pot Sorry, just bugs me. Carry on.  |
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Post by elaine on Nov 29, 2016 2:43:04 GMT
I had to replace my first electric pressure cooker - a Cuisinart - because the non-stick coating was peeling off. I *much* prefer the stainless steel. No worries about scratching, and if anything gets stuck, use a little Barkeepers Best Friend scouring powder and a scouring pad or sponge and it will come right up.
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Post by Blind Squirrel on Nov 29, 2016 2:44:42 GMT
Ok..I can't hold it in anymore.. It is INSTANT POT. Not Insta pot Sorry, just bugs me. Carry on. Two of my teens found it quite humorous that I ordered "instant pot" through the mail.  |
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Post by rst on Nov 29, 2016 2:47:35 GMT
My mom puts water and a little white vinegar in, then hits steam -- cleans off anything that is sticking to the inner pot.
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Post by scrapmaven on Nov 29, 2016 3:08:19 GMT
Do I want the 5 or 6 quart pot? I'd be cooking for 3 people. ~Lauren~, I'll race ya to the checkout at Amazon. |
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~Lauren~
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Post by ~Lauren~ on Nov 29, 2016 3:12:32 GMT
I got the 6 quart for 2 of us. But I cook pot roasts, and other bulky items.
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Post by scrapmaven on Nov 29, 2016 3:49:37 GMT
I ordered the 6 qt., too.
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Nink
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Post by Nink on Nov 29, 2016 3:50:43 GMT
What pan is everyone using to make cheesecakes that'll fit in it?
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Post by elaine on Nov 29, 2016 4:04:47 GMT
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Post by gale w on Nov 29, 2016 4:06:10 GMT
I'll be getting the nonstick pot when it's available. I had the hardest time getting my pot clean yesterday. I soaked it after cooking, and rubbed off the main stuff when I put it in the dishwasher. It still had stuff stuck so I soaked it again and ran it through the dishwasher again. It still had a few spots on it and I had to use a brillo pad. Normally I don't have this much trouble and I only made soup this time (no browning) so I don't know what the problem was.
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Post by scrapmaven on Nov 29, 2016 5:21:23 GMT
Would spraying Pam help w/the mess?
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Post by hop2 on Nov 29, 2016 12:09:30 GMT
I'll be getting the nonstick pot when it's available. I had the hardest time getting my pot clean yesterday. I soaked it after cooking, and rubbed off the main stuff when I put it in the dishwasher. It still had stuff stuck so I soaked it again and ran it through the dishwasher again. It still had a few spots on it and I had to use a brillo pad. Normally I don't have this much trouble and I only made soup this time (no browning) so I don't know what the problem was. Try baking Soda next time. My stainless pan's come clean with baking Soda. For really tough stuff I also use vinegar with the baking Soda |
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Dalai Mama
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Post by Dalai Mama on Nov 29, 2016 12:14:54 GMT
I'll be getting the nonstick pot when it's available. I had the hardest time getting my pot clean yesterday. I soaked it after cooking, and rubbed off the main stuff when I put it in the dishwasher. It still had stuff stuck so I soaked it again and ran it through the dishwasher again. It still had a few spots on it and I had to use a brillo pad. Normally I don't have this much trouble and I only made soup this time (no browning) so I don't know what the problem was. Bar Keeper's Friend - that stuff is magic. |
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Post by monklady123 on Nov 29, 2016 12:19:47 GMT
Elaine, does "this one" (the Fat Daddio's) fit in the 6-quart pot? That link is to the 8-inch pan and I thought that was too big for the 6-quart? I use the springform pan that Elaine linked as "this is the one I use". I also have used it for lasagna, meatloaf, and potatoes. I used it for potatoes simply because it was sitting right near me and I couldn't find my trivet at the moment. But you could use it for anything really. |
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Post by elaine on Nov 29, 2016 12:29:58 GMT
Elaine, does "this one" (the Fat Daddio's) fit in the 6-quart pot? That link is to the 8-inch pan and I thought that was too big for the 6-quart? I use the springform pan that Elaine linked as "this is the one I use". I also have used it for lasagna, meatloaf, and potatoes. I used it for potatoes simply because it was sitting right near me and I couldn't find my trivet at the moment. But you could use it for anything really. Because it doesn't have the latch that a Springform pan has, an 8" round cake pan should fit. That latch takes up some space. The interior of the 6-quart Pot is really 8.5" in diameter. It all depends on how wide the lip on the round pan is - my non-removable bottomed 8" cake pans fit fine. |
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Post by elaine on Nov 29, 2016 12:30:38 GMT
I'll be getting the nonstick pot when it's available. I had the hardest time getting my pot clean yesterday. I soaked it after cooking, and rubbed off the main stuff when I put it in the dishwasher. It still had stuff stuck so I soaked it again and ran it through the dishwasher again. It still had a few spots on it and I had to use a brillo pad. Normally I don't have this much trouble and I only made soup this time (no browning) so I don't know what the problem was. Bar Keeper's Friend - that stuff is magic. I love this stuff. It keeps my pot so sparkly shiny! |
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Post by monklady123 on Nov 29, 2016 12:36:36 GMT
I'll be getting the nonstick pot when it's available. I had the hardest time getting my pot clean yesterday. I soaked it after cooking, and rubbed off the main stuff when I put it in the dishwasher. It still had stuff stuck so I soaked it again and ran it through the dishwasher again. It still had a few spots on it and I had to use a brillo pad. Normally I don't have this much trouble and I only made soup this time (no browning) so I don't know what the problem was. When you say it "still had a few spots" on it, do you mean physical stuff was still stuck? Or do you mean just discolored spots? I think sometimes this is the same discussion we've had about flat-top electric stoves. Some people were saying "I can't keep mine clean!" and the rest of us were saying "how hard is it to clean, you just wipe it off with a sponge and some kitchen spray". But what the others meant was the discolored spots, which actual ARE "clean" they're just discolored. So this is the same thing that happens with stainless steel. It can be absolutely clean -- i.e., all food and grease are off of it -- but still have spots. Me personally I don't care about that, certainly not after every time I cook something in it. After awhile I might take barkeeper's friend to it and get it shiny but mostly it doesn't matter to me if there are spots as long as I've washed off any stuck on food. |
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Post by runner5 on Nov 29, 2016 13:29:44 GMT
I burned something in mine when cooking on the saute function (I have ADD and got distracted). It cleaned up beautifully with vinegar and baking soda. My stainless steel liner still sparkles a year later.
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Post by gale w on Nov 29, 2016 15:16:29 GMT
I'll be getting the nonstick pot when it's available. I had the hardest time getting my pot clean yesterday. I soaked it after cooking, and rubbed off the main stuff when I put it in the dishwasher. It still had stuff stuck so I soaked it again and ran it through the dishwasher again. It still had a few spots on it and I had to use a brillo pad. Normally I don't have this much trouble and I only made soup this time (no browning) so I don't know what the problem was. When you say it "still had a few spots" on it, do you mean physical stuff was still stuck? Or do you mean just discolored spots? I think sometimes this is the same discussion we've had about flat-top electric stoves. Some people were saying "I can't keep mine clean!" and the rest of us were saying "how hard is it to clean, you just wipe it off with a sponge and some kitchen spray". But what the others meant was the discolored spots, which actual ARE "clean" they're just discolored. So this is the same thing that happens with stainless steel. It can be absolutely clean -- i.e., all food and grease are off of it -- but still have spots. Me personally I don't care about that, certainly not after every time I cook something in it. After awhile I might take barkeeper's friend to it and get it shiny but mostly it doesn't matter to me if there are spots as long as I've washed off any stuck on food. Actual stuff. I could feel it but I couldn't scratch it off. |
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