SLOW COOKER HAM & NORTHERN BEAN SOUP
Title says it all. Haven't actually tasted this yet, just put it together using a little bit from this recipe and a little bit from that recipe. It smells good, though. Just wanted to get it down before I forgot what I put in it. Tip I learned from someone else on Zaar was to add the salt at the very end of the cooking time, otherwise the beans get tough. You could also add 3/4 cup celery if you like celery in your soup, or saute the carrots and onion before putting them in the Crock Pot if you like the flavor from that, too.
Provided by Cats Pajamas
Categories Ham
Time 6h20m
Yield 8 cups, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place the soaked and rinsed beans in a 5- or 6-quart crock pot. Look them over one more time for any bad beans or foreign matter.
- Add chopped carrots and onion.
- Pour chicken broth (pan drippings/chicken broth combination if you're using it) over beans, carrots, and onion. Mix gently.
- Add ham and stir again.
- Throw in ground thyme and ground black pepper. (Measurements in ingredients section are a guesstimate, I hardly ever use measuring spoons when cooking, I just make a cup in my hand and eyeball it.) To my tastebuds, a little thyme goes a long way so you may wish to add more than 1/2 teaspoon. Stir again.
- Add bay leaf and push it gently under the surface of the broth so it doesn't float.
- Cook on high for 1 hour, then low for 6 hours, stirring once in a while if you can. You could probably just cook on low for 6-8 hours if there's nobody home to change the setting. I just like to get things heated up and moving so I do high for an hour on just about everything I put in a Crock Pot.
- Remove the bay leaf.
- Add salt just before serving to the whole pot or individual bowls.
- This may taste good with a drop of Dijon mustard in individual bowls or even a tablespoon or two of cream.
- If it's too thin, just take the lid off for a while.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 430.2, Fat 10.2, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 42.3, Sodium 810.9, Carbohydrate 51.1, Fiber 16, Sugar 3.6, Protein 33.8
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Md Munna off the Don
[email protected]This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also very filling and satisfying. I highly recommend it!
Omowumi Sunday
[email protected]I love this soup! It's so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I usually make a double batch and freeze half of it for later.
Jeff Windows
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover ham. It's also a very affordable meal to make. I served it with a side of cornbread, and it was a hit with my family.
Patrick Makota
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my soup turned out watery and flavorless. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Salami Yussuf
[email protected]This soup is just okay. The flavors are a bit bland, and the ham is a little dry. I think I'll try adding some more spices next time.
babla hossain
[email protected]I wasn't sure what to expect from this soup, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors are well-balanced, and the ham and beans are tender and flavorful. I also love the addition of the rosemary. It gives the soup a nice savory flavor.
Umir imor
[email protected]This soup is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. The ham and beans are a great source of protein, and the veggies add a healthy dose of vitamins and minerals. I usually serve this soup with a si
Malik ahmer
[email protected]Easy and delicious! I love that I can throw all the ingredients in my slow cooker and have a tasty meal ready when I get home from work. The ham and beans are a classic combination, and the veggies add a nice touch of flavor. I will definitely be mak
Marina Sheldahl
[email protected]Fantastic soup! I'm not a huge ham fan, but this soup converted me. The smoky flavor of the ham bone really shines through, and the beans and veggies are hearty and filling. I made a few minor changes to the recipe: I used chicken broth instead of wa