Instant Pot Ham and Bean Soup
Instant Pot Ham and Bean Soup is a hearty, comforting bowl loaded with tender great northern beans, savory ham, and classic aromatics. Butter-sautéed carrots, celery, and onion build a cozy base, while a touch of chili powder and bay leaf add depth. Ideal for chilly nights, it delivers rich, homestyle flavor with pressure-cooked convenience.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot) and choose the Saute function. Melt the butter in the pot; add the carrots, celery, and onion. Saute until the vegetables are tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
- 2
Add the beans, broth, ham, chili powder, garlic, pepper, and bay leaf to the pot. Close and lock the lid. Select the Soup setting according to the manufacturers' instructions. Cook until the flavors meld, about 30 minutes.
- 3
Release the pressure using the natural-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes.
- Calories 428.76 kcal High
- Protein 31.39 g Good Source
- Carbs 59.52 g Moderate
- Total Fat 7.82 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 3.84 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 50.36 mg Moderate
- Sodium 2345.6 mg High
- Fiber 14.48 g Good Source
- Sugar 10.51 g High
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 214.06 mg Moderate
- Iron 4.29 mg Good Source
- Potassium 1353.61 mg Good Source
- Vitamin A 45.94 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 8.65 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Instant Pot Ham and Bean Soup is an American dinner recipe made with 11 ingredients. It takes about 50 mins, serves 8, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Butter, Celery, and Chicken Broth. Each serving provides about 428.76 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Instant Pot Ham and Bean Soup?
- It is an American soup recipe made with 11 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
- What is Instant Pot Ham and Bean Soup made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Butter, Celery, Chicken Broth, Chili Powder. The full list of 11 is above.
- What goes well with Instant Pot Ham and Bean Soup?
- Explore these American side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Instant Pot Ham and Bean Soup?
- About 50 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 428.76 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Instant Pot Ham and Bean Soup easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 3 steps.
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