I Haz a Sad. Waiting 2 weeks for my new toy...

[Lisa0825]

After deliberating over which model of Instant Pot to buy, and reading numerous reviews, I finally decided on IP Smart. I was so excited!!!

Then, I find out that NO stores have them in stock, and neither does their own online store!!! And neither does Amazon!!! I only found that I could get a "Like New" one from Amazon in 2-3 weeks! Ugh! The waiting is gonna kill me before I can use it! LOL

[OnDoutside]

1. Just as well you didn't choose IP Freely.... you wouldn't have been able to contain yourself.

[Lisa0825]

2. ROFL

[procon]

3. Doesn't "Like New" mean its been used and/or returned?

With that long a delay, its probably shipping from China by a third party reseller. It's your money, but I'd be very cautious about all those potential problems and either pick a different model or a more reliable Amazon US seller with it in stock and the usual 2 day shipping.

[Lisa0825]

5. Per the amazon guidelines, "Used - Like New: An apparently untouched item in perfect condition...

... Original protective wrapping may be missing, but the original packaging is intact and pristine. There are absolutely no signs of wear on the item or its packaging. Instructions are included. Item is suitable for presenting as a gift."

I know it's a chance I am taking, but I decided I really want the Bluetooth enabled model, and I searched every major home/department store's website. None seem to stock the Smart, not even high end stores like William-Sonoma. Probably because of the backorder situation. It's even sold out on the Instant Pot website. So I figured since I set my heart on that model, I'd take the chance.

[Lisa0825]

7. Also, found this about the seller... owned by Amazon.

So not a fly-by-night company, and support is via Amazon customer service, not a third party.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html?docId=1000656811

Who is Amazon Warehouse?
Amazon Warehouse is a business of Amazon that sells quality used products and rents out used textbooks. We are a trusted destination for customers to find deals on used products at a discounted price.

[Cairycat]

4. Use your waiting time to find some recipes you want to try

there's a bajillion groups on Facebook and recipes all over the internet. Though, you'll need to do a water test first. Eggs are a good first dish to make.

One tip I have seen and now use, is to keep a journal of what you cook and how it comes out. It helps you be more familiar with the peculiarities of your model.


IP Freely

[Lisa0825]

6. Thanks for the tips!!!

I am really looking forward to braising meats, and having slow-cooker-tenderness without the wait!

[iamateacher]

8. I love my Instant Pot

Got one for my son and his wife and they love it too. Be sure to get some cookbooks for ideas! "Dinner in an Instant" by Melissa Clark, New York Times food writer is great.

[Lisa0825]

9. Do you have a favorite recipe you'd like to share?? :-)

[iamateacher]

11. I make yogurt now in it

Have made Thai, Indian, chili, soups, quinoa....Melissa Clark's cookbook is especially great. There is a Pinterest forum, Facebook pages, etc. Just be sure to get a cookbook, it does much more than what you think....I
I got one for my brother too and spent Christmas Day doing a cooking demo...

[Lisa0825]

10. OHBOYOHBOYOHBOY!!! Amazon just updated me on delivery...

"Hello Lisa,
We have good news! We’re able to get your order to you sooner than we originally promised."

Only about a week now, instead of 2-3 weeks! w00t!!!

[Motley13]

12. Do the water test first, no kidding, you learn

I got one, great for soup, stew, beans
not so good for meat in my opinion, I don't like steamed meat

the Instant Pot community on Facebook is very informative

My favorite is yogurt, super for that

[Lisa0825]

13. I read that it does braising really well.

Going now to google this "water test."

[Lisa0825]

14. I got my pot!!! :-)

I have not yet taken the time to set up the bluetooth, but I have cooked with it twice. First was a basic beef stew, and tonight chicken paprikash. Both turned out really good! The paprikash took me 40 min including pressure-up and down, and it would have easily taken me 2 hours on the stovetop. Chicken is nice and tender!

[spinbaby]

15. I love my Instantpot

I have one of the early models and find I get it out over and over. Just this morning I made tapioca pudding without having to soak the pearl tapioca overnight.

Do yourself a favor and order a glass lid to fit the Instantpot, which makes it ideal for serving hot foods like chili on a buffet.