Instant Pot Baked Beans

Step 1

**DISCLAIMER: I created this recipe using a 6 quart instant pot DUO 60.  Some users have had problems with a burn notice for this recipe using different versions of the instant pot.  I have tested it many times with this version and had no issue.

Step 2

Add beans, water and salt to instant pot. Cook on manual (high pressure) for 25 minutes. Allow the pressure to naturally release.

Step 3

Remove lid and pour beans into a colander/strainer. Rinse with cold water. Set aside.

Step 4

Set Instant Pot to saute setting. Add bacon and saute for a few minutes until it starts to get golden brown, tossing and scraping down the bottom of the pot often. Drain some of the grease.

Step 5

Add bell pepper and onion and cook until tender.

Step 6

Turn IP off. Add bbq sauce, ketchup, mustard, vinegar and liquid smoke to the pot and stir well to combine.

Step 7

Add brown sugar, water and beans and stir to combine.

Step 8

Secure IP lid, close steam valve and cook on Manual (high pressure) for 15 minutes. Natural release the pressure.

Step 9

Carefully open lid, and gently stir mixture to combine. Enjoy!