Slow Cooker Ham And Bean Soup

Slow Cooker Ham And Bean Soup

A hearty and comforting slow cooker ham and bean soup, perfect for a chilly day. This recipe is simple to prepare and results in a flavorful, satisfying meal.

By RecipeBoss
Servings
6
Time Required
8 hr

Ingredients

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1 large ham bone
1 lb dried navy beans
3 medium carrots
3 medium celery stalks
1 large onion
4 cloves garlic cloves
8 cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 cup water
2 whole bay leaves
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp salt
0.5 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse the dried navy beans thoroughly and pick over them to remove any small stones or debris. Place the rinsed beans in the slow cooker.

  2. 2

    Add the ham bone to the slow cooker with the beans.

  3. 3

    Peel and chop the carrots, celery, and onion. Mince the garlic cloves. Add the chopped vegetables and minced garlic to the slow cooker.

  4. 4

    Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and water. Add the bay leaves, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.

  5. 5

    Stir everything to combine. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or on high for 4-5 hours, until the beans are tender and the ham is cooked through.

    8 min

  6. 6

    Once cooked, remove the ham bone from the slow cooker. Shred the ham meat from the bone, discard any excess fat or gristle, and return the shredded ham to the soup. Remove and discard the bay leaves.

  7. 7

    Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

  8. 8

    Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Perfect With

crusty breadside saladcornbread