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Easy Slow Cooker Ham & Bean Soup

This Slow Cooker Ham and Bean Soup is the ultimate comfort food. It’s hearty, flavorful, and perfect for chilly days or when you want an easy, hands-off dinner. With a blend of tender beans, smoky ham, and savory vegetables, every spoonful feels like a warm hug. Best of all, it’s easy to customize and makes enough to feed a crowd or save for later.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 -8 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 8-ounce package 15-bean soup mix
  • 3 cups cubed fully cooked ham
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 15.5-ounce can great northern beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 ham bone
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 3 carrots chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 bay leaf

Method
 

Soak the Beans:
  1. Place the 15-bean soup mix in a large bowl and cover it with several inches of cool water.
  2. Soak in the refrigerator for 8 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse before using.
Add Ingredients to the Slow Cooker:
  1. Transfer the soaked beans to the slow cooker.
  2. Add the cubed ham, chicken broth, water, great northern beans, ham bone, onion, carrots, garlic, black pepper, salt, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.
Cook the Soup:
  1. Cover the slow cooker with the lid and set it to Low. Cook for 8-10 hours until the beans are tender and the flavors have melded together.
Remove the Ham Bone and Bay Leaf:
  1. Before serving, carefully remove the ham bone and bay leaf. If desired, shred any meat left on the bone and stir it back into the soup.
Serve and Enjoy:
  1. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or a drizzle of olive oil if desired. Serve warm with crusty bread or your favorite side.

Notes

  • kip the Ham Bone: If you don’t have a ham bone, use a smoked ham hock or omit it altogether.
  • Adjust the Salt: Taste the soup before adding additional salt, as ham can be naturally salty.
  • Storage Tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Reheat Gently: Reheat the soup on the stovetop over medium heat or in the microwave, stirring occasionally.

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