Step 1

Set aside seasoning packet. Rinse beans in a colander and remove any debris.

Step 2

Select Sauté. Add the vegetable oil, onion, and celery to the pressure cooking pot. Sauté for about 3 minutes until tender.

Step 3

Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute more.

Step 4

Add the rinsed beans, 2 quarts water, and ham bone.

Step 5

Lock the lid in place. Select High Pressure and 1 minute cook time. When the cook time ends, turn off the pressure cooker. Let the beans soak for 1 hour. *Alternatively, you can cook the beans on high pressure for 35 minutes with a 10 minute natural release.

Step 6

After 1 hour, stir in tomatoes, carrots, chili powder, and seasoning packet. Lock the lid in place. Select High Pressure and 3 minutes cook time.

Step 7

When the cook time ends, turn off the pressure cooker. Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes and finish with a quick pressure release.

Step 8

When the valve drops, carefully remove the lid. Remove the ham bone. Stir in the spinach, ham, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.