Black Beans in a Pressure Cooker

Description
Contributed by PressureCookerRecipes Y-Group

Ingredients

 * 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
 * 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

 * 1) In a 6-quart pressure cooker over medium-high heat, pour in 3 tablespoons oil.
 * 2) Add the ham hock and onions and cook until the onions are wilted and the ham hock is lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
 * 3) Throw in the garlic and bay leaf and cook for 1 minute more.
 * 4) Add the beans and give a good stir.
 * 5) Pour in the water; add the remaining tablespoon of oil, 1 tablespoon of salt, and a couple of grindings of pepper.
 * 6) Following the manufacturer's instructions, cover, lock the lid, and bring to high pressure.
 * 7) Lower heat to maintain pressure and start timing.
 * 8) Cook at high pressure for 25 minutes.
 * 9) Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
 * 10) Release the steam, again following the manufacturer's directions.
 * 11) If the beans are underdone, simmer them with the lid off until tender.
 * 12) Remove bay leaf and discard.
 * 13) Pick meat from ham hock and add to beans; discard the bone.
 * 14) Taste and adjust seasoning.