#10 How does the steaming function work? I don't see any basket.
For some items, like carrots, asparagus (long items), you can lay them across the included trivet. But I wouldn't and never have done that. You can buy a steamer basket. Just make sure it says it works in the 6 qt. Instant Pot. The one I bought came with a taller trivet with holes for cooking eggs. The increased height allows me to make soup or stew below and steam the veggies above. However, if you do this without interrupting the soup or stew cook to begin steaming the veggies, they will be overdone. I have found it's easier and faster to steam them in the microwave, or even on the stove.