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Table of Contents Pressure Lid 2 Crisping Lid 3 The Art of TenderCrisp™ 4 TenderCrisp 101 6 What you’re about to experience is a way of cooking Choose Your Own TenderCrisp Adventure 16 that’s never been done before.
Pressure Lid Pressure Lid With this lid on, the Foodi™ is the ultimate pressure cooker. Transform the toughest ingredients into tender, juicy, and flavorful meals in an instant. PRESSURE COOK Pressurized steam infuses moisture into ingredients and quickly cooks them from the inside out. Crisping Lid Start or finish recipes by dropping this top to unleash super-hot, rapid-moving air around your food to crisp and caramelize to golden-brown perfection.
The Art of TenderCrisp ™ Start with pressure cooking. Finish with the crisping method of your choice. That’s how you get TenderCrisp results. The best part? There’s more than one way to TenderCrisp. You can start with ingredients that are frozen or fresh. TenderCrisp™ Frozen to Crispy TenderCrisp Apps & Entrees TenderCrisp 360 Meals TenderCrisp One-Pot Wonders You can cook chicken, veggies, or fish. You can prepare your favorite chili or stew, too.
TenderCrisp 101 Herb-Roasted Chicken ™ BEGINNER RECIPE PREP: 10 MINUTES | TOTAL COOK TIME: 30–41 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS APPROX.
TenderCrisp 101 Sticky St. Louis Ribs ™ INTERMEDIATE RECIPE PREP: 10 MINUTES | TOTAL COOK TIME: 41 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS APPROX. PRESSURE BUILD: 6 MINUTES | PRESSURE COOK: 19 MINUTES | PRESSURE RELEASE: 1 MINUTE | AIR CRISP: 15 MINUTES INGREDIENTS 1 rack uncooked St.
TenderCrisp 101 Panko-Crusted Cod with Quinoa ™ BEGINNER RECIPE PREP: 10 MINUTES | TOTAL COOK TIME: 23 MINUTES | MAKES: 4–6 SERVINGS APPROX.
TenderCrisp 101 Baked Macaroni & Cheese ™ BEGINNER RECIPE PREP: 10 MINUTES | TOTAL COOK TIME: 24 MINUTES | MAKES: 6–8 SERVINGS APPROX.
TenderCrisp 101 Teriyaki Chicken, Broccoli & Rice ™ BEGINNER RECIPE PREP: 10 MINUTES | TOTAL COOK TIME: 32 MINUTES | MAKES: 2 SERVINGS APPROX.
Choose Your Own TenderCrisp Adventure TIP I f you want to keep meat drippings from falling off the reversible rack and onto your starches and grains below, place a layer of aluminum foil under the meat to keep everything tidy and clean. ™ Feeling adventurous? Simply choose an ingredient from each column to customize and create your very own TenderCrisp meals.
BUFFALO CHICKEN WINGS BEGINNER RECIPE PREP: 10 MINUTES | COOK: 20 MINUTES | MAKES: 4–6 SERVINGS APPROX. PRESSURE BUILD: 6 MINUTES | PRESSURE RELEASE: QUICK INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS / cup water 1 Pour water into pot. Place wings into the Cook & Crisp™ Basket and place basket in pot. Assemble the pressure lid, making sure the pressure release valve is in the SEAL position.
FROZEN CHICKEN DINNER MISO-GLAZED SALMON & BOK CHOY INTERMEDIATE RECIPE INTERMEDIATE RECIPE PREP: 10 MINUTES | COOK: 37–40 MINUTES | MAKES: 2 SERVINGS APPROX. PRESSURE BUILD: 8 MINUTES | PRESSURE RELEASE: NATURAL 10 MINUTES PREP: 10 MINUTES | COOK: 7–9 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS APPROX. PRESSURE BUILD: 5 MINUTES | PRESSURE RELEASE: QUICK INGREDIENTS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 1 Place rice and water into the pot. Stir to combine. Place reversible rack in pot, making sure rack is in the higher position.
UPSIDE-DOWN LOADED CHICKEN NACHOS ADVANCED RECIPE PREP: 10 MINUTES | COOK: 25 MINUTES | MAKES: 8 SERVINGS APPROX. PRESSURE BUILD: 12 MINUTES | PRESSURE RELEASE: QUICK INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 4 frozen boneless skinless chicken breasts (8–12 ounces each) 1 Place frozen chicken and salsa into the pot. Assemble pressure lid, making sure the pressure release valve is in the SEAL position.
WHOLE ROASTED SICILIAN CAULIFLOWER POTATO WEDGES BEGINNER RECIPE INTERMEDIATE RECIPE PREP: 15 MINUTES | COOK: 15–21 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS APPROX. PRESSURE BUILD: 6 MINUTES | PRESSURE RELEASE: QUICK PREP: 10 MINUTES | COOK: 13 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS APPROX. PRESSURE BUILD: 5 MINUTES | PRESSURE RELEASE: QUICK INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS / cup water 1 Pour water into the pot. Place potatoes into the Cook & Crisp™ Basket and place basket into pot.
CARNITAS TACOS BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER BITES INTERMEDIATE RECIPE ADVANCED RECIPE PREP: 15 MINUTES | COOK: 40 MINUTES | MAKES: 12 TACOS APPROX. PRESSURE BUILD: 7 MINUTES | PRESSURE RELEASE: QUICK PREP: 10 MINUTES | CHILL: 30 MINUTES | COOK: 42 MINUTES | MAKES: 6 SERVINGS APPROX.
STUFFED PEPPERS TEX-MEX MEATLOAF BEGINNER RECIPE INTERMEDIATE RECIPE PREP: 10 MINUTES | COOK: 30 MINUTES | MAKES: 6 SERVINGS APPROX. PRESSURE BUILD: 8 MINUTES | PRESSURE RELEASE: NATURAL 10 MINUTES PREP: 15 MINUTES | COOK: 30 MINUTES | MAKES: 6–8 SERVINGS APPROX.
CRISPY CHICKEN THIGHS WITH CARROTS & RICE PILAF BEGINNER RECIPE PREP: 10 MINUTES | COOK: 14 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS APPROX. PRESSURE BUILD: 7 MINUTES | PRESSURE RELEASE: QUICK INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 1 box (6 ounces) rice pilaf 1 Place rice pilaf, water, and butter into pot; stir to incorporate.
STEAK, MASHED POTATOES & ASPARAGUS BEGINNER RECIPE PREP: 10 MINUTES | COOK: 9–13 MINUTES | MAKES: 2–4 SERVINGS APPROX. PRESSURE BUILD: 9 MINUTES | PRESSURE RELEASE: QUICK INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 5 Russet potatoes, peeled, cut in 1/2 -inch pieces 1 Place potatoes and water into the pot. 1 /2 cup water 1/4 cup butter 1 /2 cup heavy cream 2 Place the reversible rack in the pot over potatoes, making sure rack is in the higher position.
GARLIC SHRIMP WITH RISOTTO PRIMAVERA INTERMEDIATE RECIPE INTERMEDIATE RECIPE PREP: 15 MINUTES | COOK: 24 MINUTES | MAKES: 4–5 SERVINGS APPROX. PRESSURE BUILD: 6 MINUTES | PRESSURE RELEASE: NATURAL 10 MINUTES PREP: 15 MINUTES | COOK: 22 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS APPROX. PRESSURE BUILD: 6 MINUTES | PRESSURE RELEASE: QUICK INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 Select SEAR/SAUTÉ and set to MD:HI. Select START/STOP to begin. Allow to preheat for 5 minutes.
BREADED CHICKEN TENDERS WITH ROASTED BROCCOLI INTERMEDIATE RECIPE PREP: 15 MINUTES | COOK: 12 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS APPROX. PRESSURE BUILD: 7 MINUTES | PRESSURE RELEASE: QUICK INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 Place flour in a shallow bowl or plate. Add eggs and 2 tablespoons water to another bowl, whisking to combine. Place bread crumbs into a third bowl or plate.
SHORT RIBS & ROOT VEGETABLES INTERMEDIATE RECIPE PREP: 15 MINUTES | COOK: 1 HOUR | MAKES: 4–6 SERVINGS APPROX.
GRAINS, GREENS & TOFU BOWL INTERMEDIATE RECIPE PREP: 15 MINUTES | MARINATE: 15 MINUTES | COOK: 25 MINUTES | MAKES: 4–6 SERVINGS APPROX. PRESSURE BUILD: 6 MINUTES | PRESSURE RELEASE: QUICK INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS / cup plus 2 tablespoons soy sauce, divided 1 In a large bowl, stir together 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon mirin, brown sugar, 2 teaspoons sesame oil, fish sauce, and garlic powder. Add tofu and coat in the marinade. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
PHILLY CHEESESTEAK CASSEROLE BEGINNER RECIPE PREP: 15 MINUTES | COOK: 22–25 MINUTES | MAKES: 6–8 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 Select SEAR/SAUTÉ and set to MD:HI. Select START/STOP to begin. Allow to preheat for 5 minutes.
PULLED PORK WITH CRISPY BISCUITS BISCUITS & SAUSAGE GRAVY BEGINNER RECIPE BEGINNER RECIPE PREP: 10 MINUTES | COOK: 53–55 MINUTES | MAKES: 6–8 SERVINGS APPROX. PRESSURE BUILD: 10 MINUTES | PRESSURE RELEASE: QUICK PREP: 10 MINUTES | COOK: 30 MINUTES | MAKES: 6–8 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 2 1 /2 –3 pounds uncooked boneless pork shoulder, fat trimmed, cut in 2-inch cubes 1 Place pork, spices, and vinegar in the pot.
CREAMY TOMATO SOUP WITH GRILLED CHEESE CROUTONS BEGINNER RECIPE PREP: 15 MINUTES | COOK: 25 MINUTES | MAKES: 8–10 SERVINGS APPROX. PRESSURE BUILD: 8 MINUTES | PRESSURE RELEASE: QUICK INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 Select SEAR/SAUTÉ and set to HIGH. Select START/STOP to begin. Allow to preheat for 5 minutes.
CHICKEN POT PIE INTERMEDIATE RECIPE PREP: 10 MINUTES | COOK: 25 MINUTES | MAKES: 6 SERVINGS APPROX. PRESSURE BUILD: 6 MINUTES | PRESSURE RELEASE: QUICK INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS / stick ( / cup) unsalted butter 1 Select SEAR/SAUTÉ and set to MD:HI. Select START/STOP to begin. Allow to preheat for 5 minutes.
MEATBALL PASTA BAKE PENNE & SAUSAGE RAGU INTERMEDIATE RECIPE INTERMEDIATE RECIPE PREP: 10 MINUTES | COOK: 25–30 MINUTES | MAKES: 10 SERVINGS APPROX. PRESSURE BUILD: 6 MINUTES | PRESSURE RELEASE: NATURAL 10 MINUTES PREP: 20 MINUTES | COOK: 18 MINUTES | MAKES: 6 SERVINGS APPROX.
BEEF CHILI & CORN BREAD CASSEROLE INTERMEDIATE RECIPE PREP: 20 MINUTES | COOK: 37–45 MINUTES | MAKES: 8 SERVINGS APPROX. PRESSURE BUILD: 8 MINUTES | PRESSURE RELEASE: QUICK INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 2 pounds uncooked ground beef 1 Place beef, beans, tomatoes, and stock into the pot, breaking apart meat. Assemble pressure lid, making sure the pressure release valve is in the SEAL position. Select PRESSURE and set to HIGH. Set time to 15 minutes. Select START/STOP to begin.
PEPPERONI PIZZA PASTA BAKE INTERMEDIATE RECIPE PREP: 10 MINUTES | COOK: 28–30 MINUTES | MAKES: 6–8 SERVINGS APPROX. PRESSURE BUILD: 6 MINUTES | PRESSURE RELEASE: NATURAL 10 MINUTES INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 1 large onion, peeled, cut in half, sliced in half-moon shapes 1 Select SEAR/SAUTÉ and set to MD:HI. Select START/STOP to begin. Allow to preheat for 5 minutes. 2 After 5 minutes, place onion and olive oil into the pot.
BERRY UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE PEACH CHERRY CRUMBLE INTERMEDIATE RECIPE BEGINNER RECIPE PREP: 15 MINUTES | COOK: 55 MINUTES | MAKES: 6–8 SERVINGS APPROX. PRESSURE BUILD: 6 MINUTES | PRESSURE RELEASE: NATURAL 5 MINUTES PREP: 10 MINUTES | COOK: 22 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS APPROX.
ZUCCHINI FRIES WITH MARINARA SAUCE INTERMEDIATE RECIPE PREP: 20 MINUTES | CHILL: 30–45 MINUTES | COOK: 20–25 MINUTES | MAKES: 8 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 2 large zucchini, cut in sticks 3-inches long and 1 /4 -inch thick 1 Place the zucchini sticks onto a plate and sprinkle with salt. Allow to sit at room temperature for 15 minutes to remove excess liquid. Pat dry.
BEEF JERKY CHEDDAR CORN BREAD BEGINNER RECIPE INTERMEDIATE RECIPE PREP: 15 MINUTES | MARINATE: 8 HOURS | COOK: 5–7 HOURS 15 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 CUPS (8 OUNCES) DRIED JERKY PREP: 10 MINUTES | COOK: 20–25 MINUTES | MAKES: 8 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS / cup soy sauce 1 Whisk together all ingredients, except beef. Place mixture into a large resealable plastic bag.
PARKER HOUSE DINNER ROLLS ADVANCED RECIPE PREP: 10 MINUTES | RISE: 1 HOUR | COOK: 50–55 MINUTES | MAKES: 12 ROLLS INGREDIENTS / cup milk 3 4 / cup plus 3 1 /2 tablespoons warm water, divided 1 4 / stick ( / cup) unsalted butter, cut in pieces, plus more for greasing 3 large eggs, divided / cup sugar 3 cups plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1 2 1 4 1 4 / package (1 1 /8 teaspoons) active dry yeast 1 2 / teaspoon kosher salt 1 2 Coarse sea salt, for sprinkling DIRECTIONS 1 Place milk into
CHEESY CHICKEN CRUNCHADILLA INTERMEDIATE RECIPE PREP: 15 MINUTES | COOK: 8 MINUTES | MAKES: 2 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 1 flour tortilla (12 inches) 1 Lay flour tortilla onto a clean surface. Place 1 /2 cup shredded chicken onto center of tortilla. Sprinkle half of the cubed cheese evenly on top of shredded chicken, then sprinkle with half the tomatoes and half the scallions.
BANANA BREAD INTERMEDIATE RECIPE PREP: 15 MINUTES | COOK: 40 MINUTES | MAKES: 1 (2-POUND) LOAF INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 Close crisping lid. Preheat the unit by selecting BAKE/ROAST, setting the temperature to 325°F, and setting the time to 5 minutes. Select START/STOP to begin.
CHILI-RUBBED CHICKEN & CHIMICHURRI BEGINNER RECIPE PREP: 15 MINUTES | COOK: 25–35 MINUTES | MAKES: 2 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 In a small mixing bowl, stir together all the dried spices.
CHOCOLATE CHIP SKILLET COOKIE INTERMEDIATE RECIPE PREP: 10 MINUTES | COOK: 23 MINUTES | MAKES: 4–6 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 1 cup + 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 Close crisping lid. Preheat the unit by selecting BAKE/ROAST, setting the temperature to 325°F, and setting the time to 5 minutes. Select START/STOP to begin.
Pressure Cooking Chart INGREDIENT TIP U se hot water for pressure cooking to build pressure quicker.
Pressure Cooking Chart, continued INGREDIENT AMOUNT DIRECTIONS WATER ACCESSORY PRESSURE COOK TIME RELEASE Beets 8 small or 4 large Rinsed well, tops & ends trimmed; cool & peel after cooking 1 /2 cup N/A High 15–20 mins Quick Broccoli 1 head or 4 cups Cut in 1–2-inch florets, stem removed 1 /2 cup Reversible rack in lower position Low 1 min Quick cup Reversible rack in lower position Low 1 min Quick VEGETABLES Brussels sprouts 1 lb Cut in half 1 /2 Butternut squash (cubed
Pressure Cooking Chart, continued INGREDIENTS AMOUNT TIP F or best results, rinse rice and grains thoroughly before pressure cooking.
Pressure Cooking Chart, continued INGREDIENTS AMOUNT WATER PRESSURE COOK TIME RELEASE LEGUMES All beans, except lentils, should be soaked 8–24 hours before cooking.
Steam Chart for the Reversible Rack INGREDIENT AMOUNT PREPARATION LIQUID COOK TIME Asparagus 1 bunch Whole spears 2 cups 7–15 mins Broccoli 1 crown or 1 bag (12 oz) florets Cut in 1–2-inch florets 2 cups 5–9 mins Brussels sprouts 1 lb Whole, trimmed 2 cups 8–17 mins Butternut squash 24 oz Peeled, cut in 1-inch cubes 2 cups 10–17 mins VEGETABLES 1 /2 -inch Cabbage 1 head Cut in half, sliced in 2 cups 6–12 mins Carrots 1 lb Peeled, cut in 1-inch pieces 2 cups 7–12 mins Cau
Air Crisp Cooking Chart for the Cook & Crisp™ Basket INGREDIENT AMOUNT PREPARATION TIP B efore using Air Crisp, allow the unit to preheat for 5 minutes as you would your conventional oven.
Air Crisp Cooking Chart for the Cook & Crisp™ Basket, continued INGREDIENT AMOUNT PREPARATION TIP B efore using Air Crisp, allow the unit to preheat for 5 minutes as you would your conventional oven.
Dehydrate Chart for the Cook & Crisp™ Basket with the Cook & Crisp Layered Insert* or Dehydrating Rack** INGREDIENTS TIP M ost fruits and vegetables take between 6 and 8 hours (at 135°F) to dehydrate; meats take between 5 and 7 hours (at 150°F). The longer you dehydrate your ingredients, the crispier they will be.
TenderCrisp™ Chart PROTEIN AMOUNT ACCESSORY WATER PRESSURE COOK PRESSURE RELEASE CRISPING LID Natural release pressure 5 minutes. Quick release and carefully remove lid. Air Crisp at 400°F for 8–18 mins Whole chicken 1 chicken (4–5 lbs) Cook & Crisp™ Basket 1 /2 cup High for 22 mins St.
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