Slow Cooker Ham and Beans

Name: Slow Cooker Ham and Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 7 h
Total time: 15 h 15 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound dried Great Northern beans; 1 medium yellow onion; 4 medium celery ribs; 4 medium carrots; 2-3 cups cubed ham; 8 cups chicken broth; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 4 whole bay leaves; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

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Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
7 hrs
Soaking Time
8 hrs
Total Time
15 hrs 15 mins
Servings
8 servings
Calories
261 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
American

Slow Cooker Ham and Beans

Xenia Nelson

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Slow-cooked ham and beans is an easy no-fuss dinner perfect for busy weeknights or feeding a crowd on the cheap.

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Ingredients

Servings

1 pound dried Great Northern beans
1 medium yellow onion diced
4 medium celery ribs diced
4 medium carrots diced
2-3 cups cubed ham
8 cups chicken broth
2 teaspoons minced garlic about 2 cloves
4 whole bay leaves
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

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Instructions

Rinse 1 pound dried Great Northern beans thoroughly under cold water, discarding any shriveled beans. Place the beans in a large bowl and cover with water. Let them soak overnight or for at least 8 hours. Drain and rinse the beans again before using.
Add 1 medium yellow onion, 4 medium celery ribs, 4 medium carrots, and 2-3 cups cubed ham to a 6 to 8-quart slow cooker along with the drained, soaked beans.
Pour in 8 cups chicken broth. Stir in 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 4 whole bay leaves, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, and 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano. Stir until combined.
Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low for 6–8 hours, or until the beans are tender.
Once cooked, remove and discard the bay leaves. For a creamier texture, stir the beans while mashing some against the side of the slow cooker with the back of a spoon.
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

Quick Soak Option: Boil beans for 2 minutes, then let them sit in hot water for 1 hour. Drain and rinse before using.
No Soaking: If skipping the soak, extend cooking time by 1–2 hours on low. Always rinse dried beans under cold water to remove dirt and debris. Add 1–2 extra cups of broth during cooking to prevent drying out.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1serving Calories 261kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 43g (14%) Protein 20g (40%) Fat 2g (3%) Saturated Fat 0.3g (2%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g Monounsaturated Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 20mg (7%) Sodium 1289mg (54%) Potassium 1009mg (29%) Fiber 13g (52%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 5227IU (105%) Vitamin C 7mg (8%) Calcium 140mg (14%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 261 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving	1serving
Calories	261kcal	13%
Carbohydrates	43g	14%
Protein	20g	40%
Fat	2g	3%
Saturated Fat	0.3g	2%
Polyunsaturated Fat	0.4g	2%
Monounsaturated Fat	0.1g	1%
Cholesterol	20mg	7%
Sodium	1289mg	54%
Potassium	1009mg	21%
Fiber	13g	52%
Sugar	5g	10%
Vitamin A	5227IU	105%
Vitamin C	7mg	8%
Calcium	140mg	14%
Iron	4mg	22%