Instructions

1. 1
   Soak the beans in water for 4–12 hours. Drain the water.
2. 2
   Place the soaked beans, water, garlic, onion, and ham pieces in the Instant Pot.
3. 3
   Seal the lid, close the valve, and set the "manual" button to 35 minutes.
4. 4
   Use a natural pressure release or the quick pressure release (see how).
5. 5
   When the valve drops, carefully remove the lid.
6. 6
   Season with salt to taste.
7. 7
   Serve or reuse in other recipes that employs beans.