Crockpot Ham and Bean Soup
Crockpot Ham and Bean Soup is the perfect comfort food for chilly days. This hearty dish combines tender navy beans, smoky ham hock, and aromatic vegetables, simmering together to create a rich and flavorful experience. With minimal prep time, simply toss your ingredients into the crockpot and let it work its magic. Ideal for family dinners or gatherings, this soup not only warms the body but also evokes fond memories of cozy evenings spent around the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried navy beans
- 1 smoked ham hock (about 1 lb)
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- Soak the navy beans overnight in plenty of water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions, carrots, celery, and garlic until tender (about 5 minutes).
- Combine soaked beans, sautéed vegetables, ham hock, chicken broth, thyme, and bay leaves in your crockpot. Stir well.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
- Once cooked, remove the ham hock; shred any meat back into the soup and discard bay leaves.
- Serve hot with crusty bread or cornbread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Substitute turkey or bacon for the ham if desired. Add seasonal vegetables like spinach or zucchini for extra nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.