Great Northern Beans and Ham

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4.9

174 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Cook Time

    1 hr 20 mins

  • Additional Time

    12 hrs

  • Total Time

    13 hrs 50 mins

  • Servings

    8 servings

  • Calories

    160 kcal

  • Course

    Soup

  • Cuisine

    American

Great Northern Beans and Ham

Nothing is more hearty and heart-warming more than a basic ham and beans recipe. This is such an easy, economical entrée, it’s healthy and portable.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 pound dried Great Northern beans dr
  • 1 smoked ham hock or 1 lb smoked ham
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 carrots chopped
  • 1 rib celery chopped
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley optional
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Instructions

  1. Rinse beans in a large pot and remove any debris. Place in a large pot and cover with cold water. Let sit overnight. Drain well.
  2. Cook onion in olive oil until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Combine beans, onion, carrot, celery, bay leaf, ham hock, and seasonings in a pot. Add 4 cups chicken broth and 4 cups water, bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 1 ½ to 2 hours or until beans are tender.
  4. Discard bay leaf, taste and season with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley and serve.

Notes

  • Salt and acidic ingredients can interfere with the rehydration process. Add salt (and acidic ingredients if you make additions) at the end of cooking.
  • To Quick Soak BeansPlace in a saucepan and add enough water to cover at least 2 inches above beans. Bring to a boil for 3 minutes. Cover, remove from heat and let stand 1 hour.
  • To Cook in Slow CookerReduce liquid (water and broth) to 6 cups. Soak beans as directed and add all ingredients to a 6qt slow cooker. Cook on low 8 hours.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 160 (8%) Carbohydrates 17g (6%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 18mg (6%) Sodium 494mg (21%) Potassium 458mg (13%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 2612IU (52%) Vitamin C 12mg (13%) Calcium 63mg (6%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 160 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 160 8%
Carbohydrates 17g 6%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 18mg 6%
Sodium 494mg 21%
Potassium 458mg 10%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 2612IU 52%
Vitamin C 12mg 13%
Calcium 63mg 6%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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