Instant Pot Butter Beans

Butter beans, also known as lima beans, are a delicious and versatile legume that can be used in a variety of dishes. From soups and stews to salads and dips, these creamy beans are a staple in many cuisines around the world. And with the rise in popularity of the Instant Pot, cooking butter beans has never been easier. Get ready to fall in love with the convenience and flavour of Instant Pot butter beans.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound dried butter beans
• 6 cups water or vegetable broth
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
• Optional: chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley or thyme) for garnish

Instructions:

1. Rinse the butter beans and pick out any debris. Place them in the Instant Pot.
2. Add the water or vegetable broth, diced onion, minced garlic, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper to the Instant Pot.
3. Close the Instant Pot lid and set the vent to the sealing position.
4. Cook on high pressure for 25-30 minutes, depending on your desired bean tenderness. Allow for a natural pressure release for 10 minutes before manually releasing any remaining pressure.
5. Carefully open the lid and stir in the butter or olive oil.
6. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
7. Serve the butter beans hot, garnished with chopped fresh herbs if desired.

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