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Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash

December 8, 2018 by Thyme and JOY Leave a Comment

You can use your instant pot or electric pressure cooker to make the perfect spaghetti squash. Spaghetti squash is a low carb or keto subsititute for pasta that is great for paleo or whole30, too!

The first time I cooked spaghetti squash I was amazed. It is still amazing to me that there is a vegetable out there that cooks in strands like that. Truly beautiful!

I started to use spaghetti squash a lot more in my recipes, especially when I was completing a round of Whole30. When I would cook it, I cooked it in the oven which isn’t really hard, but it did take a lot more time.

Thank goodness the instant pot stepped in and made life so much easier for a lot of recipes. With the instant pot, you’re able to cook things that would take a long time so much quicker. The result is tender food without having to babysit it.

Essentially it does what a slow cooker or crock pot does, but MUCH faster. Who doesn’t want that?

I started making my spaghetti squash in the instant pot and it actually caused me to make even MORE spaghetti squash as time went on.

Is spaghetti squash keto or low carb?

Spaghetti squash is highly recommended if you’re looking to lower your carb intake or even just to get more vegetables and fiber into your life.

Serving: 1 cup
Fat: 0g
Carbohydrate: 7g
Protein: 0g
Fiber: 1.5g
Net Carbs: 5.5g per cup

How long do you cook spaghetti squash in a pressure cooker or instant pot?

The length of time to cook a spaghetti squash in a pressure cooker varies.

I always start with 8 minutes on manual HIGH pressure so that the “noodles” are a little bit al dente or chewy.

If you desire a texture that is much softer, cook for 10 minutes on manual HIGH pressure.

How long does cooked spaghetti squash last?

Cooked spaghetti squash will keep fresh in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Whole uncooked spaghetti squash can be kept outside the fridge for up to 4 weeks.

Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash

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Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash

Author: Valerie Skinner | Thyme and JOY
Prep Time: 3 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 18 minutes
Yield: 4-5 cups
Category: pasta, low carb, vegetable, sides
Method: instant pot, pressure cooker
Cuisine: american

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Description

You can use your instant pot or electric pressure cooker to make the perfect spaghetti squash. Spaghetti squash is a low carb or keto subsititute for pasta that is great for paleo or whole30, too!

Ingredients

1 spaghetti squash (about 2 pounds)
1 cup water

Instructions

Using a small but sharp knife (paring knife) cut through the center of the spaghetti squash. You can cut it lengthwise or width wise depending on the size and how much room you have in your pressure cooker.
Using a spoon, scrape out all the seeds in the spaghetti squash.
Place trivet at the bottom of the instant pot and add spaghetti squash pieces. Do not force them in and make sure they fit without touching the lid.
Add one cup of water to the bottom of the instant pot.
Set on manual HIGH pressure for 8 minutes.
Use the quick release valve once cooking is finished to release all pressure quickly.
Remove spaghetti squash, let cool enough to use a spoon to scrape out the “pasta”

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 31
Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 7
Fiber: 1.5
Protein: 0

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Horseradish Mashed Potatoes

December 7, 2018 by Thyme and JOY Leave a Comment

These creamy horseradish mashed potatoes add a great kick to a classic side dish using prepared horseradish. This recipe can be made on the stovetop or in your instant pot.

Recently I made a great Bloody Mary recipe that came out amazing especially considering that I never thought myself to be a fan of them. I did have to buy some prepared horseradish for it which I will admit is something I never actually purchased before.

Since I had this full bottle on hand, I wondered what else I could do with it until I had the thought to make a sauce or even add it to mashed potatoes. When I looked up if horseradish mashed potatoes were a thing, I wasn’t surprised to see it was because they are delicious!

What is Horseradish?

It is a root vegetable used as a spice. The plant is probably native to southeastern Europe and western Asia. It is popular worldwide. It grows up to 1.5 meters tall, and is cultivated primarily for its large, white, tapered root. Wikipedia

What is Prepared Horseradish?

Prepared horseradish is the root vegetable grated small and mixed with a mixture of salt and vinegar to preserve it. This is how it is usually sold in the store and will last a while in the fridge.

Can I make horseradish mashed potatoes in the instant pot?

Horseradish mashed potatoes can be made in the instant pot. Instead of boiling your chopped potatoes, place them on the trivet or rack of the instant pot, add one cup of water and cook on manual HIGH for 20 minutes. When finished, drain the water out of the potatoes and add back into instant pot to mix everything together.

Can I make whole30 horseradish mashed potatoes?

Horseradish mashed potatoes can be made whole30 by:

Making sure your horseradish does not have non-compliant ingredients
Use ghee instead of butter
Swap out milk for coconut milk. Almond milk can be used, but make sure it does not have a sweet taste or any vanilla flavoring

Pro Tips and Tricks

Use golden potatoes for this recipe as they cook faster and are naturally more creamy and buttery
Feel free to keep the skins on or off
For best results, use a potato masher for a rustic chunky result

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Horseradish Mashed Potatoes

Author: Valerie Skinner | Thyme and JOY
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 8 servings
Category: side dish, side
Method: stove top or instant pot
Cuisine: American

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Description

These creamy horseradish mashed potatoes add a great kick to a classic side dish using prepared horseradish. This recipe can be made on the stovetop or in your instant pot.

Ingredients

2 pounds Golden Potatoes
3 tbsp Ghee or Butter
¾ cup Whole Milk or Coconut Milk
2 tbsp Prepared Horseradish
½ tbsp Salt
1 tsp Ground Black Pepper
1 tbsp Garlic Powder
½ tbsp Onion Powder

Instructions

Peel your potatoes (if you want to) and chop them into 2” pieces
Add them to a large pot and fill with water until it comes up to 1” above the potatoes. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Boil the potatoes until they are fork tender but not completely mushy. This will take about 20 minutes.
Drain potatoes and add them back into the pot they cooked in.
Add ghee or butter, milk of choice, horseradish, pepper, salt, garlic powder and onion powder
For best results use a hand masher or a hand mixer making sure not to over mix. Over mixing can cause the potatoes to overdevelop their starches creating a gummy glue like texture.
Check your seasonings and adjust
Enjoy hot

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 104
Fat: 5
Carbohydrates: 13
Protein: 1

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Valerie Skinner is a Whole30 approved personal chef & recipe developer that bridges the gap between healthy eating and busy lives by providing simple healthy meals and recipes for you and your family.

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5 Whole30 Recipes Using Leftover Chicken

December 2, 2018 by Thyme and JOY Leave a Comment

You can use precooked rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken in recipes to help you save time. Here are 5 whole30 recipes using leftover chicken.

Don’t get me wrong, there’s nothing quite like cooking from scratch, but sometimes we just don’t have the time to get all of the elements scratch made.

One of my favorite ways to reduce time in the kitchen after a long day of work is buy utilizing the almighty rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken.

Where can I get a Whole30 compliant rotisserie chicken?

I’ve seen many people get compliant rotisserie chickens from all kinds of places all over the country including walmart and neighborhood grocery stores. A safe bet is always Whole Foods who has the plain rotisserie chickens or salt and pepper flavored. They come in conventional and organic varieties.

How long will my rotisserie chicken last in the fridge?

A rotisserie chicken will last about 3-4 days in the fridge. If you can’t get to it right away, tear off the meat you would like to use and it will freeze well.

5 Whole30 Recipes Using Leftover Chicken

**replace any chicken cooking instructions with the same amount of leftover cooked chicken in these recipes

Sonoma Chicken Salad

This recipe for Sonoma Chicken Salad is a perfect way to make sure you have a meal that can be eaten for lunch, dinner or snacking. A classic chicken salad with the addition of red seedless grapes for a hint of sweetness along with an earthy kick from celery seed.

Rotisserie Chicken Bone Broth

Utilizing ALL parts of the chicken will make the most of your leftovers. Using the bones to make a rich collagen filled bone broth is the perfect way to add some nutrition while you cook or drink for the health benefits.

Chicken Pot Pie

This recipe for chicken pot pie is perfect because it uses mashed potatoes on top to make a nice “crust” but it also uses mashed potatoes to thicken the dish. This makes for a creamy pot pie filling without the use of dairy. The poultry seasoning in this dish hits all the right flavor combinations you’d expect in a chicken pot pie.

Zucchini Chicken Enchiladas

This recipe uses a simple homemade red enchilada sauce to add a punch of flavor. Roll up your seasoned leftover chicken breast in these thin strips of zucchini. Add some sauce on top and bake for an easy healthy chicken enchilada.

Buffalo Chicken Chili

This buffalo chicken chili is a take on white chicken chili with a buffalo sauce kick. Made from simple ingredients, it can be made creamy using coconut milk or a compliant almond cream cheese at the end. This recipe uses buffalo sauce from The New Primal.