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Crockpot Ham and Bean Soup

Cozy Crockpot Ham and Bean Soup for Soul-Warming Meals

A delightful Crockpot Ham and Bean Soup that offers comforting flavors and hearty nourishment, perfect for chilly days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Course Main dishes
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Ingredients
  

For the Soup

  • 1 cup Dried navy beans Rinsed and sorted
  • 1 large Onion Diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 medium Carrots Diced
  • 2 stalks Celery Diced
  • 1 ham bone or diced ham Flavorful addition
  • 6 cups Low-sodium chicken broth or water
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
  • 1 leaf Dried bay
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper To taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil Optional for sautéing

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Soak the beans overnight or use the quick soak method: boil for 2 minutes, then sit for 1 hour.
  • Sauté the diced onion, carrots, and celery in olive oil for 5-7 minutes, then add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  • Combine soaked beans, sautéed vegetables, ham bone or diced ham, and chicken broth in the crockpot.
  • Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until beans are tender.
  • Adjust seasoning, adding salt as needed, and remove ham bone to shred meat back into the soup.
  • Serve hot, ideally with crusty bread for dipping.

Notes

This soup is freezer-friendly and perfect for meal prep. Store in airtight containers for future meals.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 15gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Comfort Food, Crockpot Ham and Bean Soup, easy recipes, hearty meals, slow cooker, soup
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