Crockpot Ham and Bean Soup

Warm, hearty, and full of comforting flavors, this Crockpot Ham and Bean Soup is the ultimate slow-cooked classic. Featuring tender great northern beans, savory bites of ham, and a medley of aromatic vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, this soup simmers for hours to develop a rich, full-bodied taste thanks to the addition of a ham bone and herbs like thyme and bay leaf. Perfect for busy days, this easy crockpot recipe requires minimal prep time but delivers a wholesome, satisfying meal for the whole family. Serve it piping hot with a garnish of fresh parsley and a side of crusty bread for the ultimate cold-weather comfort food. Whether you're using leftover ham or planning a budget-friendly dinner, this slow cooker soup is a must-try for anyone craving a simple yet flavorful one-pot meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:495 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Dried great northern beans
• 2 cups Cooked ham, diced or shredded
• 2 medium Carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 stalks Celery stalks, diced
• 1 medium Yellow onion, chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 Ham bone (optional, for added flavor)
• 8 cups Chicken broth
• 1 Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and sort the dried beans to remove any debris. Place them in a large bowl, cover with water, and soak overnight. Drain and rinse before cooking.

Step 2

In a large crockpot, add the soaked beans, diced ham, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, and ham bone (if using).

Step 3

Pour in the chicken broth, ensuring that all ingredients are submerged under the liquid.

Step 4

Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to the crockpot. Stir gently to combine.

Step 5

Cover the crockpot with the lid and set it to cook on low heat for 8 hours, or until the beans are tender and fully cooked.

Step 6

Once the soup is finished cooking, remove and discard the bay leaf and ham bone (if used).

Step 7

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if needed with additional salt or pepper.

Step 8

Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Pair with crusty bread for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3304.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2676.7

Total Fat 37.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 286.1mg	0%
Sodium 13558.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 322.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 77.4g	0%
Total Sugars 32.5g
Protein 247.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1011.7mg	0%
Iron 30.4mg	0%
Potassium 9411.2mg	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: 12.8%

Protein: 37.9%

Carbs: 49.3%