Instant Pot Ham and Bean Soup
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4.9
Instant Pot Ham and Bean Soup
Description
This recipe combines dry white beans, diced ham, chicken broth, carrots, celery, onion, and seasonings in an Instant Pot for a convenient, one-pot soup. Cooking under high pressure for 40 minutes softens the beans thoroughly and melds flavors quickly. The natural release allows residual heat to tenderize the ingredients further.
The soup develops a rich balance of smoky ham and earthy beans complemented by aromatic vegetables and Italian seasoning. Garlic powder, salt, and black pepper season the pot without overpowering the base flavors. Beans are added dry without rinsing to retain starch that helps thicken the soup during cooking.
This filling soup serves 6 to 8 and is suitable for a comforting lunch or dinner. It requires minimal prep and clean-up thanks to the Instant Pot. It can be served on its own or with crusty bread to soak up the broth.
The recipe notes that rinsing beans is optional. Stir the soup before serving to distribute ingredients evenly.
Ingredients
- (1) 16 oz. dry white beans package
- 1 lb ham cubed
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup carrot sliced
- 1 cup celery chopped
- 1/2 cup onion chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine everything into the Instant Pot.
- Stir and add lid. Set the vent to sealing.
- Press the manual button and change the time to 40 minutes. You want it on high pressure.
- Once it is done to a natural release for 20 minutes.
- Stir and enjoy!
- Serves 6-8
- Note: I do not wash and rinse my beans, but you certainly can do this.
Notes
- Use dry white beans directly without rinsing if preferred to maintain soup thickness, but rinsing beans is also acceptable.
- Cut ham into cubes before adding for even cooking and flavor distribution.
- Allow the Instant Pot to naturally release pressure for 20 minutes after cooking to ensure beans are tender.
- This recipe serves 6 to 8 people, making it suitable for families or batch cooking.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 302 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 302kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 41g | 14% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 30mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 1131mg | 47% |
| Potassium | 1323mg | 28% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 2730IU | 55% |
| Vitamin C | 2.1mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 162mg | 16% |
| Iron | 6.9mg | 38% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.9
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