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Ham & Bean Soup (Slow Cooker Style)

A thick, hearty soup with smoky ham, tender beans, and a rich broth. Easy, budget-friendly, and perfect for chilly nights!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 380 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb dried great northern beans
  • 1 meaty ham bone or 2 cups diced ham
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 carrots diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions
 

  • (Optional) Soak beans overnight, then drain and rinse.
  • Place beans, ham, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, seasonings, and bay leaf in a slow cooker.
  • Pour in chicken broth and stir. Cover and cook on LOW for 7-8 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours, until beans are tender.
  • If using a ham bone, remove it, shred the meat, and return it to the soup. Stir in apple cider vinegar.
  • Remove bay leaf, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm!
Keyword Comfort Food, Ham and Bean Soup, Slow Cooker Soup