Old Fashioned Ham & Bean Soup
December 26, 2024 • 0 comments
A comforting classic, this slow-cooked Ham Hock and Navy Bean Soup is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for cozy days. Made with tender navy beans, savory ham, and aromatic veggies, it’s a satisfying dish steeped in tradition. Whether you're warming up after a chilly day or preparing a meaningful New Year’s meal, this recipe delivers wholesome goodness in every bowl.
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- Servings: 6
Ingredients
- (1) Ham Hock, Smoked
- (16 oz) Dried Navy Beans
- (1 cup) Diced Onion
- (1 cup) Diced Celery
- (5 cloves) Minced Garlic
- (1/4 tsp) Thyme
- (1 tsp) Sea Salt
- (1/2 tsp) Black Pepper
- (6 cups) Chicken Stock
- (1 cup) Diced Carrot
Directions
- Soak the dried beans in 8 cups of water overnight. Then drain and discard water.
1. In a 5-quart slow cooker, combine navy beans, ham hock, onion, celery, garlic, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
2. Add enough chicken stock to cover the beans by about 1 inch, adding more stock as needed during cooking.
3. Cook on low for 6 hours or until vegetables and beans are tender.
4. During the final hour of cooking, stir in the carrots and let cook until both the carrots and beans are tender.
5. Once cooking is complete, remove the ham bone, shred any remaining ham from it, and discard the bone and gristle.
