Navy Beans Recipe

5 from 1 vote

There are several ways of how to cook navy beans to tender, we will explain them all. From in a slow cooker to on the stove and pressure cooker.

Prep Time10

Cook Time30

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American, Mexican

Keyword: how to cook, navy beans, stove

Servings:

Author: Justine

How to Soak Dry Beans - Rinse dry beans to remove debris, add into a bowl. Cover with cool water + 2" above that and set on countertop to soak overnight. Drain water, rinse soaked beans.
How to Quick Soak Dry Beans - Put the pot with beans and water on the stove over high heat. Bring the water to a rolling boil. Once the water is boiling, let the beans cook for 2-3 minutes. Allow them to boil vigorously for this short period. After the brief boiling time, remove the pot from the heat source. Cover the pot with a lid and let the beans sit in the hot water for about 1-2 hours
How to Cook Navy Beans on Stove - Add soaked beans into a pot on the stovetop over medium high heat. Pour in water with salt or broth for more flavor. Once it reaches a boil, lower to medium heat and cover. Cook for 25-30 minutes or until they are as tender as you'd like.
How to Cook Navy Beans in Pressure Cooker - Pour into pressure cooker with water or broth and close lid and pressure valve. Select high pressure for - NOT soaked = 25 minutes or soaked = 12 minutes for very tender beans with a 15 minute natural release. Drain and serve.
How to Cook Navy Beans in Slow Cooker - Pour soaked beans into slow cooker with water or broth and seasonings. Set to low for 6-8 hours or until tender to your liking.