Instant Pot Northern Beans Recipe
Creamy, tender northern beans cooked in under 30 minutes using an Instant Pot. Perfect for soups, stews, salads, and side dishes, these no-guess legumes highlight a mild flavor that pairs with any cuisine. Pressure cooking intensifies their natural creaminess for restaurant-quality results.
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Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 250kcal
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups dried northern beans
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 bay leaf
- 6 cups water or vegetable broth
Instructions
- Rinse dried beans under cold water and drain thoroughly
- Add beans, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, cumin, bay leaf, and water to Instant Pot
- Seal the lid and set to high pressure for 35 minutes
- Allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes before quick releasing remaining pressure
- Remove bay leaf and mash 1/4 of the beans for a creamier texture, if desired
Notes
No soaking required
Adjust salt if using vegetable broth
Store cooked beans in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days
Use in chili, bean salads, or as a base for dips
Adjust salt if using vegetable broth
Store cooked beans in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days
Use in chili, bean salads, or as a base for dips
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 800mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 6g