Instant Pot Red Beans & Rice

"It's hard to believe I've been creating recipes for over six years. It's even harder to believe that within that time I never had a Red Beans & Rice recipe...until now! Yes, a yankee making a Southern staple but not to worry. Just like my Gumbo and Chicken & Dumplings, you're in good hands. Plus, my partner, Richard, heartily approved this super simple, lightning quick and flavor-packed hearty dish that's great as a side or a main!..."

INGREDIENTS
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 large green or red bell pepper (or a mix of the two by using 2 small ones), diced
1 medium yellow or red onion, diced
3 ribs celery, diced
6 cloves (2 tablespoons) garlic, minced or pressed
14 ounces (approx) smoked sausage (andouille or kielbasa works well), sliced into 1/4 or 1/2-inch disks and then quartered (see Jeff's Tips)
3 cups broth of your choice (I use 3 teaspoons Ham or Smoky Chipotle Better Than Bouillon + 3 cups water)
1 tablespoon Creole/Cajun/Louisiana seasoning (I use Tony Chachere's)
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
2 cups long-grain white rice, jasmine or brown rice, rinsed
2 (15.5-ounce) cans red kidney beans, with their juices (see Jeff's Tips)
1-2 tablespoons hot sauce of your choice, plus more for topping if desired (optional)
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