📖 Instructions

1. First things first, let's prep those veggies! Roughly chop one medium onion, two celery stalks, and two cloves of garlic. Don't worry about being too precise—we're going for rustic charm here, not a culinary competition.
2. Next, grab that andouille sausage. Slice it into half-inch thick rounds. If you're using pre-cooked sausage, even better! If it's raw, feel free to brown it in a skillet for a few minutes before moving on. It adds a lovely depth of flavor. Don't forget to set aside a few slices for garnish!
3. Now for the Instant Pot magic! Set your Instant Pot to "Sauté" mode. Add a tablespoon of olive oil, then throw in your chopped onions, celery, and garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes, until the onions soften up. Stir frequently—you don't want any burning!
4. Next, add your delicious andouille sausage (whether pre-cooked or just browned) to the pot along with one teaspoon of dried thyme, one teaspoon of paprika, half a teaspoon of cayenne pepper (adjust to taste!), one teaspoon of salt, and half a teaspoon of black pepper. Give everything a good stir to combine and coat those sausages with lovely spices!
5. Now it's time for the star of the show: the shrimp! Peeled and deveined, of course—unless you're one of those adventurous types. I'm not judging. Add the shrimp to the pot.
6. Pour in four cups of chicken broth (or vegetable broth if you want to make it vegetarian). Stir well to make sure all the ingredients are happily mingling together.
7. Secure the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to "Sealing." Cook on high pressure for 5 minutes. Once the cooking is finished, let the pressure release naturally for about 10 minutes. Then, carefully quick-release any remaining pressure.
8. Open that lid cautiously! The aroma alone is enough to make your tastebuds sing. If you want a thicker stew, you can gently mash some of the shrimp against the side of the pot at this point. This will thicken the broth beautifully!
9. And finally, the grand finale! Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. You can always add more salt, pepper, or cayenne if you want more oomph. Ladle the stew into bowls, garnish with those reserved sausage slices and a sprinkle of fresh parsley (if you have some lying around), and prepare for taste bud nirvana. Enjoy this delicious, easy, and surprisingly elegant meal!