Instant Pot Great Northern Beans Stew – Creamy, Comforting…

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) dried Great Northern beans, rinsed and sorted
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped (~150 g)
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 large carrot, diced (~80 g)
• 2 celery stalks, diced (~80 g)
• 4 cups (1 L) low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 cup (240 ml) water
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste at the end)
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Optional: 4 oz (115 g) cooked diced ham or smoked sausage for added flavour (omit for vegetarian)
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
• A squeeze of fresh lemon juice (optional)