Instant Pot Rustic French Chicken Stew

Psalm 109:21

    [21] But you, O GOD my Lord,

        deal on my behalf for your name’s sake;

        because your steadfast love is good, deliver me!

3 Boneless skinless Chicken breast or thighs, cut into large 2 inch chunks

3 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into large chunks 

2 large carrots, cut into large chunks

1/8 c chopped celery

1/8 c chopped Fennel bulb

1/8 c Leeks, sliced 

Pinch of rosemary and thyme

Salt and pepper

Pinch of sugar

2 c Chicken stock

2 T Sauvignon Blanc

After cooking to finish:

2 T White Balsamic vinegar

2 t cornstarch in 2 t water

Put all ingredients in IP. 

Set to pressure cook.

With lid under pressure, cook 7 minutes.

Do a natural release for 10 minutes.

Take pressure off.

Add Balsamic vinegar and cornstarch slurry.

Serve with crusty sourdough bread.

Fresh Corn Masa Harina Tortillas

Psalm 105:1-5

Tell of All His Wondrous Works

    [1] Oh give thanks to the LORD; call upon his name;

        make known his deeds among the peoples! 

    [2] Sing to him, sing praises to him;

        tell of all his wondrous works! 

    [3] Glory in his holy name;

        let the hearts of those who seek the LORD rejoice! 

    [4] Seek the LORD and his strength;

        seek his presence continually! 

    [5] Remember the wondrous works that he has done,

        his miracles, and the judgments he uttered,

 

 

These are delicious!

1-1/2 c masa harina

1/4 t kosher salt

2 T bacon grease, oil, butter or lard

1 c or more of hot tap water

Place flour in bowl, whisk salt.

Drizzle in grease.

Drizzle in water, working dough into a ball.

Knead 5 minutes until dough becomes stretchy.

Dough should be well hydrated.

Rest dough, covered for 30 minutes.

Pull 12 chunks of dough and roll into balls.

Cut a ziplock bag open and put dough in between the plastic. 

Press out with fingers and the roll out to a 5-6 inch diameter.

Heat oil 1/8 inch of oil in skillet.

Dough may puff.

Lightly brown on both sides.

Lightly salt.

Drain on paper towels.

Instant Pot Cochinita Pibil Pork

Psalm 106:47

    [47] Save us, O LORD our God,

        and gather us from among the nations,

    that we may give thanks to your holy name

        and glory in your praise.

4 lb pork butt, trim some fat, cut into 2 inch chunks salted and peppered

1 chopped onion

2 T olive oil

1/2 of the reserved seasoning sauce

Juice of 1 lime mixed with 

Juice of 2 Naval oranges

1 habanero pepper, seeded, spines removed, diced ( add half and save other half for fresh salsa

Seasoning Sauce

3 T Spanish paprika

2 T white vinegar

1-1/2 t dried oregano 

2 T roasted mashed garlic

1/2 t toasted cumin

Half for pork and half for beans

Allow IP to come to hot on the sauté setting.

Add oil, diced peppers and onions, brown meat in 2 batches.

Toss meat in seasoning sauce.

Add juices.

Set to pressure and cook 45 minutes.

Do a 20 minute natural release.

Shred pork for tacos, enchiladas or Quesadillas.

Mayocoba Peruvian Beans

Psalm 106:1

Give Thanks to the LORD, for He Is Good

    [1] Praise the LORD!

    Oh give thanks to the LORD, for he is good,

        for his steadfast love endures forever!

1 lb bag dried mayocoba beans( found at Publix)

Rinsed and picked 

Cover with water, bring to boil, cook 20 minutes. 

Remove from heat, cover and let sit for 30 minutes.

Pressure cook, covered with stock and seasoned for 45 minutes, natural release after 15 minutes.

Cover in Chicken stock.

Seasoning sauce

3 T Spanish paprika

2 T white vinegar

1-1/2 t dried oregano 

2 T roasted mashed garlic

1/2 t toasted cumin

Mix and set aside. 

Add half to beans and reserve other half for Cochinita Pibil Pork.

Ground Chicken and Pork Meatloaf Patties

 

 

Psalm 102:12

    [12] But you, O LORD, are enthroned forever;

        you are remembered throughout all generations.

An ej original recipe!

1 lb each of Ground Chicken and Pork

1/4 c buttermilk 

1 large Shallot, diced

1/4 t each of garlic granules, onion powder, thyme, rosemary and Sage 

1/8 c Panko

1/8 BBQ sauce

Bake preheated 425 degree oven for 25 minutes.

Mix until just combined.

Makes 10 good size Patties.

Top with 1/2 t brown sugar and BBQ sauce.

The leftovers make a delicious sandwich.