A close-up of an open Instant Pot filled with cooked pinto beans in liquid, perfect for making instant pot refried beans. A metal ladle scoops some beans; the background features part of a wooden cutting board and white countertop.

Cook your beans in an Instant pot

Learn how to cook dry beans in the Instant Pot quickly and easily—no soaking required! This step-by-step guide helps you make perfect beans every time, great for meal prep or plant-based meals.

A rustic gray bowl filled with fresh, curly green kale leaves sits on a light surface. A few stray kale pieces rest beside the bowl. The background is white and minimal, drawing focus to the vibrant, textured leaves.

How to Wash, Prep, and Store Kale: Easy Guide to Keep It Fresh Longer

This is the way I prep kale when I want to actually use it during the week—not just think about using it. No grit, no bitterness, no slimy leaves hiding in the back of the fridge. Just clean, chopped, ready-to-use kale for salads, soups, smoothies, or whatever the week throws at us. It’s simple, it works, and it makes a big difference.