Ham and Bean Soup (Crock Pot Recipe)

Member #51312's Note:

Great for holiday left overs! Thick, hearty soup great for winter days.

• Total Time: 5 hrs 20 mins
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 5 hrs

Ingredients:

Servings: 8

• 1 lb dry navy beans , soaked over night
• 2 quarts water
• 1 lb meaty ham bones or 1 lb ham , cut in pieces
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• ½ cup chopped celery leaves
• 1 medium onion , chopped
• 1 bay leaf
• salt

Directions:

1. Soak beans in a pot full of water covering them over night.
2. Put all ingredients in pot.
3. Cook on low for 10 to 12 hours, or on high 5 to 6.
4. Enjoy.

Reviews

[ChipotleChick]

Delicious! I was looking for a way to use my fat leftover hambone from Christmas and I came across this recipe. My family loves ham and bean soup, and this didn't let them down! I scoured my grocery store for a single stalk of celery that they had not cut the leaves off of, but to no avail. So instead I added a pinch of celery salt in place of the leaves and salt. I also added a hearty dash of Chipotle Tabasco, and served it with toasty french bread. Yum! Thanks for the great recipe!

[rachelA86]

I used Lipton Golden Onion Soup mix since I didn't have an onion. It turned out really good!

[JoyceJoann]

I've made this flexible recipe a few times now, and use it for the water-to-beans ratio. It's great for doubling and freezing in ziploc bags! I add more celery, carrots diced small, and plenty of fresh rosemary. I also omit the salt. For a thicker soup, if you're not using the crock pot, you could leave the lid off and let some water evaporate, but we like it as is.