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Instant Pot Baked Beans

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by: Joanna Cismaru
11.19.19

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This Instant Pot Baked Beans recipe may be the easiest one you’ve made to date! So Simple, savory, and fully loaded with flavor, they make for the perfect side dish or even it’s own meal!

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Making baked beans in the instant pot is genius. Beans and bacon in a savory sauce – I mean, who doesn’t love bacon! Does anyone else agree that bacon and beans are just the best of friends? This recipe proves it.

One of the reasons I love this recipe is because of it’s simplicity. Pork and beans, loaded with flavors from garlic and rosemary to mustard and ketchup – and it’s all put together in one pot! The aroma this dish puts off is unreal and there is nothing complicated about it. I’m also certain you’re already going to have a lot of these ingredients tucked away in your pantry or fridge!

Why We Love Beans

I’ve said it once and I’ll say it again – I love beans! I really enjoy eating them and as the years go by, the more I enjoy finding creative ideas for cooking them! There are so many variations of beans out there, making them incredibly versatile for cooking – and they are really good for you! Full of protein, fibre, and vitamins they make for a perfect substitution for all my vegetarians friends out there looking to stay on their protein intake!

overhead shot of ingredients needed to make baked beans in the instant pot

Ingredients

  • Navy beans – I’m using 45oz (3 cans) drained and rinsed – you can use  any combination of beans if you like!
  • Bell pepper – Any color works great, chopped please!
  • Garlic – Fresh is best, but jarred will do the trick; 1 1/2 teaspoons is equal to 1 fresh clove.
  • Onion – 1 large white onion, chopped.
  • Bacon – I’m using 4 slices of thick cut bacon but for all you bacon lovers, you can use more if you like!
  • Salt and pepper – To taste.
  • Worcestershire sauce – There are low sodium options for those wanting to keep the salt intake to a minimum.
  • Rosemary – The herb of choice today! Just wait until you smell it cooking!
  • Mustard powder – Seasoning flavor.
  • Ketchup – For some acidity in the sauce.
  • Molasses –  Adding in a little sweetness!
  • Beef broth – we need a little liquid here. Use a low sodium or no sodium added beef broth, chicken broth or vegetable broth can be used as well.

Can I Use Dried Beans?

If you have more time on your hands you can absolutely use dried beans. Please keep in mind that some beans can be toxic if they are eaten dry, so make sure to do your research! Give the beans a good soaking in water, overnight is best, and they’ll be good to go for cooking the next day!

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How To Make Instant Pot Baked Beans

  1. Whisk: In a medium bowl whisk together the ketchup, molasses, mustard powder, rosemary, Worcestershire, and salt and pepper; set aside.
  2. Saute: In the instant pot using the “saute” function, add the bacon, onion, bell pepper, and garlic and let cook (uncovered) for about 6 minutes or until the bacon begins to get crisp. Then, turn off the instant pot – press cancel – and drain any excess fat/grease if necessary.
  3. Cook: Stir the beans into the instant pot. Next, pour the beef broth and the whisked sauce over the beans; do not stir! Cover and lock the lid, select “manual or pressure cook” and cook at high temperature for 8 minutes. When cooking is complete, release the pressure using the natural release function. Releasing the pressure can take anywhere from 10 – 15 minutes.
  4. Serve: Once the pressure has released, unlock and remove the lid. Give the beans a nice stir and serve warm!

Note: The reason we don’t stir in the sauce prior to cooking  it because some of the ingredients may burn if the reach the bottom of the instant pot.

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How To Serve

You can absolutely just eat this meal on its own, but I really prefer it as a side dish along side some of my favorites:

  • Roast Chicken
  • Slow Roast Leg of Lamb
  • Slow Cooker Corned Beef
  • Honey Glazed Rack of Pork Ribs
  • Slow Cooker Short Ribs

Leftovers

These baked beans will last in the fridge for 3 – 4 days, when stored in a sealed airtight container. They also freeze really well, if stored in an airtight container or well wrapped, will extend the life for 4 -6 months.

baked beans in a small bowl

Reheating

Microwaving is by far the easiest way to reheat baked beans. Place your beans in a microwavable dish and give them a zap for about 30 seconds. Depending on the temperature settings of your microwave you may need to repeat until desired temperature.

If you’re more of a stove top person like myself; preheat a skillet, add some cooking oil of your choice, and cook the beans over medium heat, stirring continuously. They’ll be nice and hot within a few minutes!

instant pot baked beans in a white bowl

More Easy Delicious Sides To Try:

  • Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
  • The Ultimate Parmesan Roasted Broccoli
  • Roasted Red Peppers
  • 3 Ingredient Mexican Rice
  • Garlic Parmesan Roasted Brussel Sprouts
  • Creamy Polenta
  • Coconut Rice
  • Instant Pot Mac and Cheese

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Instant Pot Baked Beans

5 from 2 votes
Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 15 mins
Time to come to pressure: 10 mins
Total: 35 mins
Author: Joanna Cismaru
Serves: 8
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This Instant Pot Baked Beans recipe may be the easiest one you've made to date! So Simple, savory, and fully loaded with flavor, they make for the perfect side dish or even it's own meal!

Equipment

  • Instant Pot – 6 Quart
  • Glass Mixing Bowl Set (3 piece)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup ketchup
  • ¼ cup molasses
  • 1 tbsp mustard powder
  • 1 tbsp rosemary chopped, fresh
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ tsp salt or to taste
  • ½ tsp pepper or to taste
  • 4 slices bacon thick cut, chopped
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 bell pepper any color, chopped
  • ½ cup beef broth low sodium, or chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 45 oz navy beans (3 cans) drained and rinsed

Instructions

  • Whisk: In a medium bowl whisk together the ketchup, molasses, mustard powder, rosemary, Worcestershire, and salt and pepper; set aside.
  • Saute: In the instant pot using the "saute" function, add the bacon, onion, bell pepper, and garlic and let cook (uncovered) for about 6 minutes or until the bacon begins to get crisp. Then, turn off the instant pot – press cancel – and drain any excess fat/grease if necessary.
  • Cook: Stir the beans into the instant pot. Next, pour the beef broth and the whisked sauce over the beans; do not stir! Cover and lock the lid, select "manual or pressure cook" and cook at high temperature for 8 minutes. When cooking is complete, release the pressure using the natural release function. Releasing the pressure can take anywhere from 10 – 15 minutes.
  • Serve: Once the pressure has released, unlock and remove the lid. Give the beans a nice stir and serve warm!

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Recipe Notes

  1. The reason we do not stir or mix the beans with the sauce is because this helps keep things that might scorch from touching the bottom. 
  2. These baked beans will last in the fridge for 3 – 4 days, when stored in a sealed airtight container. They also freeze really well, if stored in an airtight container or well wrapped, will extend the life for 4 -6 months.

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 354kcal (18%)Carbohydrates: 61g (20%)Protein: 16g (32%)Fat: 6g (9%)Saturated Fat: 2g (13%)Cholesterol: 7mg (2%)Sodium: 531mg (23%)Potassium: 997mg (28%)Fiber: 18g (75%)Sugar: 17g (19%)Vitamin A: 627IU (13%)Vitamin C: 24mg (29%)Calcium: 148mg (15%)Iron: 5mg (28%)
Course:Side Dish
Cuisine:American
Keyword:baked beans, instant pot baked beans
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  1. Barb says

    May 11, 2020 at 10:47 am

    I would like to cook this on top of the stove in my dutch oven or would it be better to cook in oven like my mom used to do? How do I convert the cooking time. I have no molasses can brown Sugar be substituted if so how much? I love your recipes, we seem to have the same background on good food.

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    • Jo Cooks Team 2 says

      May 11, 2020 at 11:03 am

      It’s your choice! You can substitute brown sugar or maple syrup! same as the molasses. Taste to make sure!

      Reply
  2. Rosa says

    March 19, 2020 at 12:55 pm

    If I used dry beans not from a can , how long to cook in the IP? Thank you

    Reply
    • jo says

      March 19, 2020 at 1:04 pm

      Make sure you rinse them well, they probably will take about 30 minutes int the IP.

      Reply
  3. Debbie Hanson says

    December 8, 2019 at 6:22 am

    Hi Jo. Loved your recipe. Can I make it in a slow cooker? are there any adjustments I should Make?
    Thank You

    Reply
    • Jo Cooks Team says

      December 9, 2019 at 10:54 am

      Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours!

      Reply
  4. Alana says

    November 23, 2019 at 6:46 pm

    Love this recipe and thank you for all your hard work. Have a question how do you use the slow cooker function on the instant pot? Have a tiny kitchen and really not a lot of room for a lot for kitchen counter cooking appliances. Thank you for any information.

    Reply
    • jo says

      November 23, 2019 at 8:19 pm

      You would use it just like a normal slow cooker, make sure you read the manual that came with it, it has instructions for it.

      Reply
  5. Susan Stillwell says

    November 23, 2019 at 7:53 am

    I was so excited to try this recipe. Unfortunately, I ended up with way too much liquid. I followed the recipe to a T. Do you have any idea what might have gone wrong?

    Reply
    • jo says

      November 23, 2019 at 11:28 am

      Not sure, since I didn’t see what you did, but you can drain some of the liquid if you like it less liquidy.

      Reply
  6. Rachel Therien says

    November 20, 2019 at 1:14 pm

    CAN it be done in a regular pressure cooker?

    Reply
    • jo says

      November 20, 2019 at 2:04 pm

      Absolutely!

      Reply

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