The Instant Pot is a kitchen workhorse — an all-in-one slow cooker, pressure cooker, steamer, yogurt maker, sterilizer, rice cooker, sauté pan, food warmer, and probably a few other things as well.

For the Pot-curious who have held off out of uncertainty or confusion, we’re here to help. Be sure to share your own tips in the comments. Twenty-five years ago, I was living the quasi-Alice Waters ...