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Sweet and Smoky Instant Pot "Baked" Beans

These sweet and smoky Instant Pot "Baked" Beans taste like they have baked all day, without the wait
Prep Time1 hr
Pressure Cook Time30 mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Baked, Beans, Instant Pot, Smoky, Sweet
Servings: 6

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 16 oz dried navy beans rinsed
  • 7 cups water divided
  • 6 slices bacon diced
  • 1 cup onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup molasses
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp liquid smoke
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp dry mustard
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • Soak the beans overnight, or follow quick soak method below.
  • Put dried beans into the Instant Pot with 6 cups of water. Put on the lid, turn the knob to Sealing, and set to High Pressure for 25 minutes. When the time is up, allow to naturally pressure release for 25 minutes before venting.
  • Drain the beans and set aside. Dry out the Instant Pot.
  • Turn the Instant Pot to Saute, and increase to More. Add oil, and heat before adding bacon (if using). Cook bacon until starting to crisp and brown, approx 5 minutes. Add the onions and garlic, and saute for 2 more minutes.
  • Add the ketchup, and stir for 30 seconds before adding the remaining cup of water to deglaze the pan. Turn off the Saute function. Add the remaining sauce ingredients, and stir well, making sure the brown sugar is dissolved. Add the reserved beans and mix.
  • Put the lid on the Instant Pot, turn the knob to Sealing, and set to High Pressure for 30 minutes.
  • When the time is up, perform a quick release. Stir the beans, and turn the Saute function back on. Simmer for 4-5 minutes to thicken. To thicken even further (optional), allow to sit before serving (approx 10 minutes).