Crockpot Ham and Bean Soup Recipe: Hearty and Comforting
Hearty crockpot soup with ham and navy beans.
Ingredients
- 1 lb dried navy beans
- 2 cups diced ham
- 1 onion diced
- 2 carrots diced
- 2 celery stalks diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp thyme
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- Optional: Parsley black pepper
- Suggested Pairings: Crusty bread iced tea
Instructions
- Rinse beans; soak overnight (optional).
- Add beans, ham, vegetables, spices, broth, and water to the crockpot.
- Cook on low 8-10 hours or high 5-6 hours.
- Remove bay leaf; add vinegar, and salt to taste.
- Serve in earthenware bowls with parsley, bread, and iced tea.
Notes
- Soak beans for quicker cooking.
- Store in fridge up to 5 days, freeze 3 months.
- Try a vegan variation.
- Pair with cornbread.