Instant Pot White Beans (cannellini, Navy, Great Northern)

16 ounces (about 2 ½ cups) dried white beans

8 cups water

2 tablespoons olive oil (optional)

2 teaspoons kosher salt or 1 teaspoon table salt

1 small bay leaf (optional)

4 to 6 smashed garlic cloves (optional, but adds flavor)

A few sprigs of fresh herbs, like rosemary, thyme or parsley (optional)

Rinse the beans under running water.
Combine beans, water, olive oil, salt, bay leaf, garlic and herbs in the Instant Pot.
Secure the lid and set the release valve to sealing.
Cook on high pressure for 25 to 40 minutes, depending on the variety of bean.
When the cooking time is done, let the pressure release naturally (about 25 minutes).
If the beans don't seem cooked all the way, you can simply seal the lid again and cook for an additional 3 to 5 minutes.

Course🍚Side Dish

Diets🌱Vegan🌾Gluten-free...

Category🫘Beans

Cuisine🇺🇸American

Occasions🍲Comfort Food📆Everyday

Season🔁Year-round

DifficultyVery Easy ⏰ 30m