Crock Pot White Beans

Transform humble pantry staples into a hearty, comforting dish with this Crock Pot White Beans recipe. Featuring tender, creamy white beans slow-cooked to perfection with aromatic garlic, sautéed onion, and fresh herbs like thyme and bay leaf, this dish is a flavor-packed marvel that requires minimal effort. The optional addition of carrot and celery lends a subtle depth to the broth, while olive oil enhances its richness. Perfect as a warm side dish or a satisfying main course when paired with crusty bread or rice, this fuss-free recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or relaxed weekend cooking. With easy prep, a hands-off cooking process, and leftovers that store beautifully, this crock pot favorite is a go-to for nourishing comfort meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 87/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:490 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Dried white beans (such as Great Northern or Navy beans)
• 6 cups Vegetable broth or chicken broth
• 1 large Yellow onion, diced
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 3 sprigs Fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 medium Carrot, diced (optional for additional flavor)
• 1 stalk Celery, diced (optional for additional flavor)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the dried white beans thoroughly under cold water and remove any debris or broken beans.

Step 2

Place the beans in a large bowl and cover them with water. Soak them overnight (8-12 hours). Drain and rinse the beans thoroughly before cooking.

Step 3

In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened, then add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Transfer the soaked beans to the crock pot. Add the sautéed onion and garlic, diced carrot and celery (if using), broth, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Cover the crock pot with the lid, set it to low heat, and cook for 8 hours, or until the beans are tender and creamy.

Step 6

Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaf and thyme sprigs before serving.

Step 8

Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy as a main course with crusty bread or rice. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2167.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1715.1

Total Fat 5.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5705.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 313.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 76.9g	0%
Total Sugars 26.2g
Protein 112.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1251.6mg	0%
Iron 27.5mg	0%
Potassium 9452.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.6%

Protein: 25.7%

Carbs: 71.6%