Black Beans in a Pressure Cooker

==Description==
Contributed by PressureCookerRecipes Y-Group
==Ingredients==
* 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Cook's note: The oil prevents the beans from foaming and clogging the steam vent of the pressure cooker.
* 1 ham hock, about 1 pound
* 1 medium onion, diced
* 2 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 bay leaf
* 2 cups (about 1 pound) dried black beans, picked over and rinsed
* 6 cups water
* kosher salt
* freshly ground black pepper
 
==Directions==
# In a 6-quart pressure cooker over medium-high heat, pour in 3 tablespoons oil.
# Add the ham hock and onions and cook until the onions are wilted and the ham hock is lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
# Throw in the garlic and bay leaf and cook for 1 minute more.
# Add the beans and give a good stir.
# Pour in the water; add the remaining tablespoon of oil, 1 tablespoon of salt, and a couple of grindings of pepper.
# Following the manufacturer's instructions, cover, lock the lid, and bring to high pressure.
# Lower heat to maintain pressure and start timing.
# Cook at high pressure for 25 minutes.
# Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
# Release the steam, again following the manufacturer's directions.
# If the beans are underdone, simmer them with the lid off until tender.
# Remove bay leaf and discard.
# Pick meat from ham hock and add to beans; discard the bone.
# Taste and adjust seasoning. 
 
== Notes ==
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Category:Pressure cooker Recipes
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