Is pressure cooking healthy?

Pressure cooking is one of the healthiest cooking methods. It retains more nutrients than boiling (shorter cooking time means less nutrient leaching) and uses less water than boiling. Studies show pressure cooking retains 90-95% of vitamins compared to 40-75% for boiling. The shorter cooking time also preserves color and flavor better.

Can I convert slow cooker recipes to pressure cooker?

As a general rule, divide slow cooker time by 6-10 for pressure cooking. A recipe that slow cooks for 8 hours will pressure cook in 45-90 minutes. Reduce liquid by about one-third since pressure cooking produces less evaporation. Thicken sauces after cooking since starches break down differently under pressure.

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