I had previously purchased Meredith's books on Pressure Cooking and I loved them. They are realistic recipes that most people will enjoy The directions are simple to follow and the dish comes out perfectly' During severe flooding last winter we sustained significant damage and loss of property and my books were a part of our loss. I had to have my books back so I purchased them again. They are worth the second purchase!

Since I'm not new to the kitchen I can honestly say I will enjoy cooking some recipes from this book. I always love cooking with my pressure cooking. I've been using pressure cookers since the early 80's on the stove top. I still have a 10Qt stove top pressure cooker but the newer models are quiet, safe and easy to operate. Having a good cook book will make pressure cooking easier and eliminates guessing. Not to mention that I have seen Meredith on TV and I like how she presents herself.
So if you are new to pressure cooking or just feel the need like I did, to have some help with newer recipes, get this book. Read through it before you plug in your pressure cooker. I think you'll be happy with the results.

I bought a digital pressure cooker about 2 months ago and the book that came with it was by Meredith Laurence.
I was so happy with some of the recipes that came with it, I ordered at least 4 more of her cookbooks.

First of all the Blue Jean Chef is an amazing lady full of very great ideas and simple recipes that most of us can do.... this book takes my pressure cooker to a whole other level... I am able to make great meals that I never thought I could with simple fresh ingredients and step by step directions... she's a great chef and she is someone I watch on QVC very often I would highly recommend that you purchase her line called Cooks Essentials as well.

Meredith's book are terrific. If you're looking for ideas for your pressure cooker, this book is perfect. It has great recipes, great pictures, and nice thick pages. This is a great book and the production of the book is equally impressive.

One of the things I really love about her books is the general information. She has lots of great recipes, but when you're just doing a single ingredient, such as black beans or rice, there is cooking information for just that. She goes over the types of meats and how long to cook them and beans, rice, etc. There's much more than just recipes!

Very happy with this and can't wait for her next one!