I got a pressure cooker for Christmas and I LOOOOVE IT. I cook rice, meat, beans, etc in it. I make up a big vat of rice or quinoa for the week and eat like a king! It makes FABULOUS rice - kind of sticky like you find at an asian restaurant. I use it all the time. As far as recipes go, I'll have to double check my recipe booklet that came with it. But just start with basics and follow the directions that came with it. Is it electric? I'm getting more adventurous as I go. But was rather intimidated by it initially! Makes a mean 3 lb roast in 1 1/2 hours. I'll try and post something on here for you to try. I also googled "pressure cooker recipes" and came across some decent ones - still have to try them. Good luck. Mine has become a kitchen staple - and more useful than my crockpot!!