Instant Pot® Sausage and Beans

Beans, smoked sausage, and real bacon bits combine in the Instant Pot® for a delicious dinner--everyone will be begging for seconds!

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 383 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup apple juice
• 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• ¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese, or to taste
• 2 medium onions, diced
• 1 (2.5 ounce) package real bacon bits
• 4 (15 ounce) cans navy beans, drained
• 2 pounds sliced smoked sausage

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

Step 2

Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®), add oil, and select Saute function. Add onion and saute until soft, 5 to 7 minutes.

Step 3

Add navy beans, sausage, ketchup, apple juice, bacon bits, brown sugar, cider vinegar, mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 20 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

Step 4

Serve topped with Cheddar cheese.