Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried navy beans
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 pound boneless chuck eye roast, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped onion
  • 1 1/4 cups sliced carrot
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 4 cups lower-sodium beef broth
  • 3 cups water
  • 1/2 cup uncooked pearl barley
  • 1 teaspoon thyme leaves
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano, undrained
  • 4 cups thinly sliced kale
  • 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
  • 6 teaspoons shredded fresh Parmesan cheese

Method

  • Sort and wash beans. Remove lid from a 6-quart Instant Pot(R). Press [Saute], and use [Adjust] to select "More" mode. When the word "Hot" appears, swirl in oil. Add beef; cook 3 to 4 minutes or until browned, stirring occasionally. Add onion, carrot, and celery; cook 7 minutes or until vegetables are lightly browned, stirring frequently. Stir in broth and next 5 ingredients (through tomatoes).
  • Turn cooker off. Close and lock the lid of the Instant Pot(R). Turn the steam release handle to "Sealing" position. Press [Manual]; select "High Pressure," and use [-] or [+] to choose 25 minutes pressure cooking time. When time is up, open the cooker using Natural Pressure Release (page 4).
  • Add kale and vinegar, stirring until kale wilts. Ladle soup into 12 bowls; sprinkle with cheese.