Best 10 Disneys Great Northern Bean Soup Recipes

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In the culinary world, few dishes offer the comforting warmth and hearty satisfaction of a classic bean soup. Among the diverse culinary creations inspired by this humble legume, Disney's Great Northern Bean Soup stands out as a culinary masterpiece, captivating taste buds with its rich flavors and wholesome ingredients. This soup takes center stage in our article, accompanied by a collection of equally enticing bean soup recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and culinary adventures.

1. **Disney's Great Northern Bean Soup:** Embark on a culinary journey to recreate the magic of Disney's beloved Great Northern Bean Soup. This comforting classic features a medley of tender beans swimming in a savory broth, enhanced by aromatic herbs and a touch of smoky bacon. The detailed recipe guides you through each step, ensuring you capture the authentic flavors and textures that make this soup a Disney favorite.

2. **Crock Pot Bean Soup:** Discover the convenience and ease of preparing a hearty bean soup in your trusty crock pot. This recipe showcases the versatility of beans, combining them with a flavorful blend of vegetables, herbs, and spices. Simply toss the ingredients into the crock pot and let it work its magic, resulting in a comforting and nourishing soup that's perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.

3. **Healthy White Bean Soup:** For those seeking a lighter and healthier version of bean soup, this recipe delivers a nutritious and flavorful delight. Cannellini beans take center stage, simmered in a flavorful broth infused with fresh vegetables and herbs. The result is a wholesome soup that's packed with protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals, making it an ideal choice for health-conscious individuals.

4. **Vegan Black Bean Soup:** Embracing plant-based cuisine, this vegan black bean soup offers a rich and satisfying meal that's entirely free of animal products. Black beans, known for their bold flavor and texture, are simmered in a flavorful broth enhanced by a medley of spices and vegetables. The finished soup is not only delicious but also a great source of plant-based protein, making it a perfect choice for vegans and vegetarians alike.

5. **Easy Bean Soup with Ham:** Experience the classic combination of beans and ham in this simple yet satisfying bean soup. With just a handful of pantry staples, you can create a hearty and flavorful soup that's perfect for a quick and easy meal. Tender beans, savory ham, and a medley of vegetables come together in a flavorful broth, delivering a comforting and nostalgic dish that's sure to warm your soul.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

GREAT NORTHERN BEAN SOUP



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A simple great northern bean soup made with canned beans and flavored with ham hock, carrots, garlic, celery, and onions.

Provided by Kimberly

Categories     Main Dish Recipes

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 Tablespoon Cooking Oil (your choice)
1 Large Onion (chopped)
2 Carrots (chopped)
2 Ribs Celery (chopped)
1 Teaspoon Garlic, (2 cloves, minced)
6 Cups Chicken Broth
4 Cups Water
1 Ham Hock
1 Teaspoon Dried Thyme
½ Teaspoon Ground Sage
12 Ounces Ham (diced ham steak or leftover ham)
62 Ounces Great Northern Beans (4 cans, drained and rinsed)
Salt and Pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Heat a large soup pot or Dutch oven over low to medium heat. Add the oil, onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften then add the garlic. Cook for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute. Next, add the ham hock, thyme, sage, salt, pepper, broth, and water. Bring to a boil, and then reduce the heat to a simmer. Continue to cook at a simmer for 45 minutes or longer for a richer ham flavor. After 45 minutes, remove the ham hock, and take off any pieces of ham. Return the ham hock to the soup. Add in the ham and beans. Stir to combine and continue to simmer for an additional 15 minutes. (Add additional water or broth as needed while the soup is simmering if the liquid appears to evaporate out.) Serve hot with crackers or crusty bread. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Carbohydrate 34 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 25 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 4 grams fat, Fiber 11 grams fiber, Protein 21 grams protein, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1.5 cups, Sodium 784 milligrams sodium, Sugar 2 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams unsaturated fat

DISNEY'S GREAT NORTHERN BEAN SOUP



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Make and share this Disney's Great Northern Bean Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by NovaLee

Categories     Beans

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 lb dried great northern beans
10 cups water
4 chicken bouillon cubes
3/4 cup celery, minced
1 cup onion, minced
1 cup carrot, minced
1 cup smoked ham, minced
3/4 cup tomatoes, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
white pepper
ground thyme
1/4 cup cornstarch, dissolved in
2/3 cup water

Steps:

  • Soak beans over night.
  • Drain and rinse.
  • In soup pot add beans water and bouillon bring to boil reduce heat and simmer.
  • Cook 1 hour until tender but firm on the inside.
  • Add celery,onion,carrots, cook 30 minutes until tender.
  • Add ham,tomato and spices cook 10 minutes.
  • Add cornstarch and water mix.
  • simmer 5-10 minutes until thickened.
  • Cool 10-15 minutes.
  • mix well and serve.

GREAT NORTHERN BEAN SOUP



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Great hearty vegetarian or vegan meal.

Provided by Crystal

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
5 cloves garlic, minced
2 carrots, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
4 cups vegetable broth
1 large potato, chopped
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pinch ground thyme
2 (15 ounce) cans great Northern beans, rinsed and drained

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a stockpot over medium heat. Cook and stir onion and garlic in hot oil until the onion is tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir carrots and celery into the onion mixture. Pour vegetable broth into the stockpot; add potato, bay leaves, basil, sea salt, pepper, and thyme. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook at a simmer until the vegetables are beginning to soften, about 20 minutes.
  • Stir beans into the soup; continue simmering until the beans are hot and tender, about 20 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414.3 calories, Carbohydrate 75.1 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 15.8 g, Protein 19.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 949.7 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

HAM AND GREAT NORTHERN BEAN SOUP FOR THE CROCK POT



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Title says it all. Put this it together using a little bit from this recipe and a little bit from that recipe but mostly suggestions from my Mom. Tip I learned from someone else on Zaar was to add the salt at the very end of the cooking time, otherwise the beans get tough. You could also add 3/4 cup celery if you like celery in your soup, or saute the carrots and onion before putting them in the Crock Pot if you like the flavor from that, too.

Provided by Cats Pajamas

Categories     Ham

Time 8h20m

Yield 8 cups, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb dried great northern beans, separated, soaked, and rinsed
3/4 cup carrot, chopped
1/2 cup onion, chopped
6 cups chicken broth (or substitute 2 cups of pan drippings if you have them, so 2 cups ham drippings and 4 cups chicken b)
2 cups cooked ham, diced or shredded
1/2 teaspoon ground thyme (or more to taste)
1/2 teaspoon basil (or more to taste)
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 bay leaf
salt (I use sea salt)

Steps:

  • Place the soaked and rinsed beans in a 5- or 6-quart crock pot. Look them over one more time for any bad beans or foreign matter.
  • Add chopped carrots and onion.
  • Pour chicken broth (pan drippings/chicken broth combination if you're using it) over beans, carrots, and onion. Mix gently.
  • Add ham and stir again.
  • Throw in ground thyme, basil, and ground black pepper. (Measurements in ingredients section are a guesstimate, I hardly ever use measuring spoons when cooking, I just make a cup in my hand and eyeball it.) To my tastebuds, a little thyme goes a long way so you may wish to add more than 1/2 teaspoon. Stir again.
  • Add bay leaf and push it gently under the surface of the broth so it doesn't float.
  • Cook on high for 1 hour, then low for 8 hours, stirring once in a while if you can. You could probably just cook on low for 8-9 hours if there's nobody home to change the setting. I just like to get things heated up and moving so I do high for an hour on just about everything I put in a Crock Pot.
  • Remove the bay leaf.
  • Add salt just before serving to the whole pot or individual bowls.
  • This may taste good with a drop of Dijon mustard in individual bowls or even a tablespoon or two of cream.
  • If it's too thin, just take the lid off for a while.

LISA'S DRIED GREAT NORTHERN BEAN SOUP



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This is a family favorite we have all the time. We eat it with crackers but you could also serve with cornbread. It's a wonderful dish on a cold day , but we like it anytime.

Provided by linguinelisa

Categories     Beans

Time 3h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups dried great northern beans
8 cups water
1 small onion, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 bay leaf
ham hock
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Look over the beans and remove any rocks or broken beans. Rinse the beans and put in a large pot. Add water, about 8 cups or enough to cover by at least an inch. Bring to a boil on stove. Add onions, garlic, bay leaf and ham hock. Return to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 2 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally. Makw sure you don't run out of water and that the beans don't scorch. Add more water if necessary.
  • After beans have softened (about 2 hours), add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Continue cooking until beans are done. Make sure the soup is not too thick or too thin. (I usually get it too thick but you can always add water to thin it out.). Remove bay leaf and serve.

GREAT NORTHERN BEAN SOUP



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This soup is GREAT comfort food! Hearty and satisfying, and perfect for a cold autumn or winter's day. I like to serve this family favorite soup steaming hot with warm cornbread or a crusty French bread and fresh butter. Enjoy! Tip: Leftovers freeze and reheat beautifully.

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     Beans

Time 4h20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

10 cups water
1 lb dried great northern beans (about 2 cups)
2 bay leaves
1 large onion, roughly chopped
1/2 lb bacon, diced (or ham, etc.)
1 lb whole tiny potato, unpeeled
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
3 tablespoons instant beef bouillon (I used Herb Ox)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 garlic cloves, mashed
4 carrots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
4 stalks celery, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup milk

Steps:

  • Rinse and drain beans.
  • Heat water, beans, bay leaves, onion, bacon and potatoes to boiling in 8-qt. stock pot; boil 2 minutes. Turn off heat, cover, and let stand 1 hour.
  • Add tomato sauce, instant bouillon, salt, pepper, garlic and half of the carrots and celery to beans. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer until beans are tender, about 2 hours (do not boil or beans will burst).
  • Stir remaining carrots and celery into soup. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 1 hour. Stir in additional 1 or 2 cups water for thinner consistency.
  • Using a slotted spoon and a wooden spoon, scoop potatoes against inside of pot and smash them, letting smashed potatoes drop back into the soup.
  • Stir in butter and milk and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.5, Fat 12.4, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 21.9, Sodium 520.2, Carbohydrate 36.6, Fiber 10.1, Sugar 4.4, Protein 12.6

GREAT NORTHERN SOUP



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Make and share this Great Northern Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Beans

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (15 ounce) can white beans
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon oil
2 cups vegetable broth
1/2 cup orange juice
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon cumin
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup fresh chives, chopped

Steps:

  • Rinse and drain the beans.
  • In a saucepan, sauté the onions and other veggies in the oil until tender.
  • Add the beans, broth, orange juice, soy sauce and cumin.
  • Cover and simmer until everything is tender.
  • Add lemon juice and serve hot.
  • Sprinkle the tops of the bowls with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241.4, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 1.2, Sodium 515.4, Carbohydrate 40.5, Fiber 7.1, Sugar 7.2, Protein 10.6

GREAT NORTHERN BEAN N HAM SOUP / CROCK POT



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Love the creaminess of Northern beans...love this soup as well...this is how I used up the ham bone from Easter...Enjoy!

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Bean Soups

Time 6h15m

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 lb dry northern beans
1 hambone w/ meat or 2 ham hocks
extra ham, chopped of not a lot on your bone or hocks ( i didn't have a lot of ham on my bone, so added cubed ham i had in the freezer)
2 carrots, sliced
2 sweet onions, chopped
2 stalk(s) celery, sliced
6 clove garlic, sliced
2 bay leaves
1/2 - 1 Tbsp dried thyme
1 tsp pepper
1 tsp onion powder
2 Tbsp chopped parsley
1/2 tsp ground cloves
6 c chicken broth
5 c water
2 Tbsp chicken bouillon paste
taste before adding salt at the end

Steps:

  • 1. Place your beans in a large bowl; cover with water and soak overnight. After soaking, pick through and discard any stones or shriveled beans. Rinse thoroughly and place in an 8 quart crock pot. Add all remaining ingredients except for the chopped ham, unless you aren't using a bone. I just use the bone and its meat for cooking, then add other cubed ham at the end.
  • 2. Once all ingredients are added; stir as best as you can - mainly to mix in the bouillon. Place on the lid. Turn pot on low and cook for 6 - 8 hours or on high for 4 - 5 1/2 hours; or until the bean are creamy. All pots cook differently. I started mine on low for the first 4 hours, then turned to high for another 3 1/2 hours...was perfect..

NEIGHBORHOOD BEAN SOUP



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Even though I'm single, I make multiple servings of everything. Actually, this tendency has helped me to get to know my neighbors. A few of them always volunteer to be my guinea pigs whenever I try out a new recipe or two. -Cheryl Trowbridge, Windsor, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 2h45m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups dried great northern beans
5 cups chicken broth
3 cups water
1 meaty ham bone or 2 smoked ham hocks
2 to 3 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/4 teaspoon dried savory
2 medium onions, chopped
3 medium carrots, chopped
3 celery ribs, chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil

Steps:

  • Sort beans and rinse with cold water. Place beans in a Dutch oven; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let soak for 1-4 hours or until beans are softened., Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid. Return beans to pan; add broth, 3 cups water, ham bone, bouillon and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the onions, carrots and celery in oil until tender; add to soup. Cover and simmer 45-60 minutes longer or until beans are tender. , Remove ham bone; cool slightly. Skim fat from soup. Remove meat from bone and cut into chunks; return to soup. Discard bone.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 1001mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

SLOW COOKER HAM & NORTHERN BEAN SOUP



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Title says it all. Haven't actually tasted this yet, just put it together using a little bit from this recipe and a little bit from that recipe. It smells good, though. Just wanted to get it down before I forgot what I put in it. Tip I learned from someone else on Zaar was to add the salt at the very end of the cooking time, otherwise the beans get tough. You could also add 3/4 cup celery if you like celery in your soup, or saute the carrots and onion before putting them in the Crock Pot if you like the flavor from that, too.

Provided by Cats Pajamas

Categories     Ham

Time 6h20m

Yield 8 cups, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb dried great northern beans, separated, soaked, and rinsed
3/4 cup carrot, chopped
1/2 cup onion, chopped
6 cups chicken broth (or substitute 2 cups of pan drippings if you have them, so 2 cups ham drippings and 4 cups chicken b)
2 cups cooked ham, diced or shredded, your preference
1/2 teaspoon ground thyme (or more to taste)
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 bay leaf
salt

Steps:

  • Place the soaked and rinsed beans in a 5- or 6-quart crock pot. Look them over one more time for any bad beans or foreign matter.
  • Add chopped carrots and onion.
  • Pour chicken broth (pan drippings/chicken broth combination if you're using it) over beans, carrots, and onion. Mix gently.
  • Add ham and stir again.
  • Throw in ground thyme and ground black pepper. (Measurements in ingredients section are a guesstimate, I hardly ever use measuring spoons when cooking, I just make a cup in my hand and eyeball it.) To my tastebuds, a little thyme goes a long way so you may wish to add more than 1/2 teaspoon. Stir again.
  • Add bay leaf and push it gently under the surface of the broth so it doesn't float.
  • Cook on high for 1 hour, then low for 6 hours, stirring once in a while if you can. You could probably just cook on low for 6-8 hours if there's nobody home to change the setting. I just like to get things heated up and moving so I do high for an hour on just about everything I put in a Crock Pot.
  • Remove the bay leaf.
  • Add salt just before serving to the whole pot or individual bowls.
  • This may taste good with a drop of Dijon mustard in individual bowls or even a tablespoon or two of cream.
  • If it's too thin, just take the lid off for a while.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430.2, Fat 10.2, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 42.3, Sodium 810.9, Carbohydrate 51.1, Fiber 16, Sugar 3.6, Protein 33.8

Tips:

  • To make the soup heartier, add 1 cup of cooked rice or pasta.
  • For a creamier soup, blend 1 cup of the soup until smooth and stir it back into the pot.
  • To add a bit of spice, stir in 1 teaspoon of chili powder or cumin.
  • If you don't have any vegetable broth, you can use chicken broth or water.
  • Be sure to rinse the beans well before cooking them.
  • Soak the beans overnight in water to reduce the cooking time.
  • Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Disney's Great Northern Bean Soup is a hearty, flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, this soup is sure to become a family favorite.

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