Using the Sauté function, brown half of the Andouille sausage. Flip and brown on the other side. Remove from Instant Pot. Repeat with the other half.
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Add the celery, onion and green bell pepper. Cook until soft, about four to five minutes, stirring occasionally. Add garlic and cook from 30 seconds.
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Pour in chicken stock. Add browned Andouille sausage, ham hocks, red beans, Cajun seasoning, thyme sprigs and bay leaves. Seal and cook on manual. Use the natural release after cooking.
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For a taste of New Orleans in your own kitchen, I hope you try this Instant Pot red beans and rice. Everyone is sure to love this comforting dish.