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There’s nothing like a hot bowl of soup on a cold day. This crockpot navy bean soup recipe is the perfect comfort food for those winter days.

It’s easy to make, and it’s sure to warm you up from the inside out.

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Best of all, this soup is packed with protein and fiber, so it’s good for you too!

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If you love warm and hearty soup, this navy bean soup recipe is for you! Made in the slow cooker, it’s an easy weeknight meal that your whole family will love.

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Whether you are looking for something to warm your belly or just want a delicious and healthy meal, this crockpot navy bean soup will do the trick. Be sure to give it a try!

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Why is this called Navy Bean Soup?

The beans were a staple for the US Navy when they were on long deployments. The beans could be added to other vegetables and turned into a filling and healthy soup.

Can I use dry beans instead of buying canned beans?

Definitely! Be sure to rinse and soak the beans overnight, this will allow them to cook faster.

How do I add more flavor to the soup?

When you add in the ham, that will add more flavor. However, you could add ham hocks at the beginning and let them cook the entire time. Right before serving, remove the hocks and remove all the meat from the bone. Stir meat back into the soup and that should be a great flavor. Otherwise, be sure to add in celery, onions, and carrots.

What should I serve with this soup?

A slice of crusty bread is always good with any type of soup. You could make a pan of cornbread for an even more filling meal.

What to serve with crockpot navy bean soup:

A slice of crusty bread is always good with any type of soup. You could make a pan of cornbread for an even more filling meal.

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Ingredients:

  • Navy beans washed and any bad beans picked out
  • Smoked ham bone
  • Onion
  • Celery
  • Carrots
  • Minced garlic
  • Pepper
  • Bay leaves
  • Water

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How To Make Crockpot Navy Bean and Ham Soup:

Step 1. Place 1 lb. of navy beans washed and any bad beans picked out into the bottom of the crockpot.

Place 1 lb. of navy beans washed and any bad beans picked out into the bottom of the crockpot.

Step 2. Then, add ¾ cup of chopped carrots.

add ¾ cup of chopped carrots.

Step 3. Then, add 2 stalks of chopped celery.

add 2 stalks of chopped celery.

Step 4. Then, add 1 onion chopped.

add 1 onion chopped.

Step 5. Then, pour 4-5 cups of water.

pour 4-5 cups of water.

Step 6. Then, add ½ tsp of pepper.

add ½ tsp of pepper.

Step 7. Then, add 2 Tbsp of minced garlic.

add 2 Tbsp of minced garlic.

Step 8. Lastly, add 1 large smoked ham bone.

add 1 large smoked ham bone.

Step 9. Set the heat to low and cook for 6-8 hours.

Step 10. Remove the ham bone and shred the meat.

Step 11. Add the ham meat back to the Crockpot.

Add the ham meat back to the Crockpot.

Step 12. Mix and serve.

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Serve warm!

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Crockpot Navy Bean and Ham Soup

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 7
There's nothing like a hot bowl of soup on a cold day, this crockpot navy bean soup recipe is the perfect comfort food for those winter days.
4.40 from 41 votes

Ingredients 

  • 1 lb. Navy beans washed and any bad beans picked out
  • 1 Large smoked ham bone
  • 1 Onion chopped
  • 2 Stalks celery chopped
  • ¾ C. Chopped carrots
  • 2 Tbsp. Minced garlic
  • ½ tsp. Pepper
  • 2 Bay leaves
  • 4-5 C. Water

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Instructions

  • Combine all  ingredients in a crockpot.
  • Set the heat to low and cook for 6-8 hours.
  • Remove the ham bone and shred the meat.
  • Add the ham meat back to the Crockpot. Mix and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 129kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 182mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 4g
Author: Marta

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What if my beans did not cook all the way?

You can add more water to the crockpot and let them cook longer. The next time, soaking the beans overnight will help them cook faster.

Can I freeze the soup?

You can freeze the soup. However, remember there may be a slight difference in the texture and the flavor may not be the same once it thaws.

How do I make this smoother or creamier?

Use more water when cooking the soup. Be sure to soak the beans overnight which helps them to cook faster.  You could blend the soup to make it creamier, or use an immersion blender to blend even part of the soup.

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