Instant Pot Chili Beans

 

6 cups dry pinto beans, rinsed in warm water and drained

1 med onion, diced

1 tsp garlic powder

       Place in an 8-quart Instant Pot on HIGH for 30 MIN

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       Meanwhile, Sautee in a separate large 8-quart or extra large 12-quart pot

1/4 cup olive oil

1 lb ground beef, or 2-6 Tbsp hamburger grease, both are optional

1 additional med-large onion, diced

1 green bell pepper diced 

4-8 cloves garlic minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)

       After the ground beef is cooked and the veggies are tender, add:

Two 15oz cans diced tomatoes 

One 15oz can of tomato sauce

One 4oz can mild diced green chilis, optional

Two 15oz cans Dark Red Kidney Beans, drained and rinsed

4 Tbsp Chili Powder

2 Tbsp Cumin powder

1.5 Tbsp salt, more to taste

1 tsp onion powder

1 tsp garlic powder

2 Tbsp honey, optional

Add last, the cooked beans from Instant Pot undrained

           Stir. Simmer. Stir, taste test, and enjoy :)