Crockpot Ham and Bean Soup
A warm and nourishing ham and bean soup that's easy to prepare in a crockpot, perfect for busy days and meal prepping.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound dried beans (such as navy or great northern) Soaked overnight
- 2 cups diced ham Can use leftover or store-bought
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups vegetable broth Ensure enough liquid to cover ingredients
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Rinse the dried beans under cold water, removing any debris. Soak the beans overnight in plenty of water.
- Drain the soaked beans and place them in the crockpot. Add diced ham, carrots, celery, onion, and minced garlic.
- Pour in the vegetable broth to cover the ingredients. Add bay leaves, thyme, and black pepper. Stir gently to combine.
Cooking
- Cover the crockpot and cook on low for about 8 hours or on high for 4 hours.
- Check the beans for doneness after 4 hours on high; they should be tender and creamy.
- Once cooking is complete, remove bay leaves and taste to adjust seasoning with salt.
- For a thicker texture, use an immersion blender to puree a portion of the soup.
Serving
- Ladle the soup into deep bowls and serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
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Notes
For optimal cooking, always soak your beans overnight. You can also add different beans or seasonal vegetables to change the flavor profile.