#hamandbeans

This 15-bean soup with ham cooked in a slow cooker is hearty, tasty, and great for a cold day meal. When you mix soft beans, salty ham, and fragrant vegetables, you get a dish that the whole family will love.

Ingredients: 1 package 20 ounces of 15 bean soup mix, soaked overnight and drained. 1 ham bone or 1-2 cups diced ham. 1 onion, chopped. 3 cloves garlic, minced. 3 carrots, diced. 3 stalks celery, diced. 1 can 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes. 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth. 1 teaspoon dried thyme. 1 teaspoon dried rosemary. Salt and pepper to taste. Optional: hot sauce or red pepper flakes for added spice.

Instructions: Soak the beans, add the ham bone or diced ham, chopped onion, minced garlic, diced carrots, diced celery, diced tomatoes, chicken or vegetable broth, and dried thyme and rosemary. Put the whole thing in a slow cooker. For 8 to 10 hours, or until the beans are soft, cover and cook on low heat. If you used a ham bone, take it out and shred any meat that's still on it. Shred the meat and put it back in the slow cooker. Add pepper and salt to taste. If you want more heat, you can add hot sauce or red pepper flakes. Enjoy while hot!

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 480 minutes

This hearty Cajun-inspired soup is perfect for a comforting meal on a chilly day. The smoky flavor of the ham pairs perfectly with the assortment of beans and Cajun spices.

Ingredients: 1 lb Cajun-style smoked ham, cubed. 1 package 20 oz 15-bean soup mix, rinsed and drained. 1 onion, chopped. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes. 6 cups chicken broth. 1 bell pepper, chopped. 2 celery stalks, chopped. 2 tsp Cajun seasoning. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Put everything in a slow cooker and mix them together. For 8 to 10 hours, or until the beans are soft, cover and cook on low heat. Before you serve, add salt and pepper to taste.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 480 minutes

This Slow Cooker Soup Beans and Ham recipe is a hearty and comforting dish perfect for chilly days. The slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld together beautifully, resulting in tender beans and flavorful ham.

Ingredients: 1 lb dried navy beans. 1 lb ham hock. 1 onion, chopped. 3 cloves garlic, minced. 4 cups chicken broth. 2 cups water. 1 tsp dried thyme. 1 bay leaf. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Clear the navy beans of any dirt by running water over them. Put the beans, ham hock, chopped onion, minced garlic, chicken broth, water, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper in a slow cooker. Set the heat to low, cover, and cook for 8 hours, or until the beans are soft. Take the ham hock out of the slow cooker when it's done cooking and shred the meat. Throw away the bone and any extra fat. Add the shredded ham back to the slow cooker and mix it all together. Check the seasoning and make changes if needed. Enjoy while hot!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 480 minutes

Red beans and rice with ham is a traditional Southern dish that is a filling and tasty comfort food. This dish, which goes well with smoked ham, red beans, and aromatic spices, is flavorful and filling and is ideal for family get-togethers or dinners.

Ingredients: 1 lb red beans, soaked overnight. 1 lb smoked ham, diced. 1 onion, chopped. 2 celery stalks, chopped. 1 bell pepper, chopped. 3 cloves garlic, minced. 2 bay leaves. 1 tsp thyme. 1 tsp oregano. 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper. Salt and pepper to taste. 4 cups chicken broth. 4 cups water. 4 cups cooked rice, for serving. Green onions, chopped, for garnish.

Instructions: In a large pot, combine soaked red beans, diced ham, chopped onion, celery, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Add bay leaves, thyme, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper to taste. Pour in chicken broth and water. Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2-3 hours or until beans are tender, stirring occasionally. Serve the red beans and ham over cooked rice. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 180 minutes