Best 3 Navy Bean Ham Hock Soup Recipes

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Indulge in the comforting and flavorful Navy Bean Ham Hock Soup, a classic dish that combines simple ingredients to create a hearty and satisfying meal. This soup is a delightful blend of tender navy beans, smoky ham hocks, aromatic vegetables, and a rich, flavorful broth. Experience the perfect balance of flavors as the beans absorb the savory essence of the ham hocks, while the vegetables add a delightful crunch and natural sweetness. With each spoonful, you'll be enveloped in a warm and cozy embrace, making this soup a perfect choice for a cold winter's day or a simple weeknight dinner. As a bonus, this article also includes three additional bean soup recipes for those seeking variety: Three Bean Soup, Black Bean Soup, and Lentil Soup. Each recipe offers a unique twist on the classic bean soup, ensuring there's a flavor profile to satisfy every palate.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

NAVY BEAN AND HAM HOCK SOUP



Navy Bean and Ham Hock Soup image

Ham hock soup with navy beans is an easy, delicious, economical, heartwarming, one-pot meal that will warm you up on a cold night!

Provided by Culinary Envy

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas

Time 7h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound dried navy beans
12 cups water, divided
2 ½ pounds smoked ham hocks
1 (32 ounce) carton low-sodium chicken broth (such as Swanson® Natural Goodness®)
1 cup chopped onion
¼ cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 bay leaves
2 ½ cups thinly sliced carrots
1 cup chopped celery
¾ cup mashed potato flakes

Steps:

  • Rinse and sort the navy beans. Place in a Dutch oven with 8 cups water. Bring to a boil for 2 minutes and remove from heat. Let stand, covered, until beans are softened, about 5 hours.
  • Drain the navy beans and discard the soaking liquid. Rinse beans and return to the Dutch oven. Add ham hocks, chicken broth, 4 cups water, onion, parsley, garlic powder, basil, black pepper, oregano, nutmeg, and bay leaves. Bring soup to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until beans are tender, about 1 1/2 hours.
  • Mix carrots, celery, and potato flakes into the soup until well combined. Cover and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes more.
  • Take ham hocks from the pot and place on a cutting board until cool enough to handle. Remove meat from the bones and cut into bite-sized pieces. Return meat to the pot and warm through over medium heat, about 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.7 calories, Carbohydrate 30.1 g, Cholesterol 65.5 mg, Fat 20.7 g, Fiber 10.7 g, Protein 26.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 126.5 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

NAVY BEAN AND HAM HOCK SOUP



Navy Bean and Ham Hock Soup image

Depression Era Recipe upgraded

Provided by Penny Hall

Categories     Soups

Time 3h20m

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 (1/2-pound) ham hocks, scored
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup minced yellow onions
1/4 cup minced celery
1/4 cup minced green bell pepper
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon dried mexican oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 pound navy beans, rinsed, picked over, soaked overnight and drained
8 cups chicken stock
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup minced parsley
1/2 cup minced green onions

Steps:

  • 1. Directions In a large, heavy stockpot, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the ham hocks, onions, celery, bell pepper, red pepper flakes, oregano, thyme and bay leaves, and saute until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, and saute for 1 minute. Add the stock and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer covered for 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally. Add the navy beans and stir. Continue simmering over medium-low heat for 45 minutes to one hour, or until the beans are almost cooked and ham hocks are very tender. Season with salt and continue cooking 15 to 30 minutes, until beans are done and ham hocks are beginning to fall apart. Remove from the heat. Serve the ham hocks with the beans at the table, sprinkled with parsley and green onions, or cut the meat from the bones in the kitchen before serving, return the meat to the pot and serve with the beans at the table.

NAVY BEAN HAM HOCK SOUP



NAVY BEAN HAM HOCK SOUP image

Categories     Ham

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 quarts water
1 ¼ beans cup
1# ham hocks or neck bones or more
3 tablespoons flour
½ pint sour cream
3 tablespoons vinegar
Med Onion very fine
3-4 medium potatoes cubed ¾ x 3/4

Steps:

  • Boil ham and water, then simmer 2.0 hrs. Soak beans Take bones out and strain. Separate good meat from fat and bones when cool, Add beans and onion, cook 1 hr till beans are done Add Vinegar add flour gradually as a paste Add sour cream Add potatoes and good meat Cook till potatoes are done

Tips:

  • Soak the beans overnight: This will help to reduce the cooking time and make the beans more digestible.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor and nutrients to the soup. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and tomatoes.
  • Use a good quality ham hock: This will give the soup a rich, smoky flavor. Look for a ham hock that is meaty and has a good amount of fat.
  • Season the soup well: Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to taste. You can also add other herbs and spices, such as bay leaves, thyme, or rosemary.
  • Simmer the soup for at least an hour: This will allow the flavors to develop and the beans to become tender.
  • Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers: This will help to soak up the broth and make the meal more satisfying.

Conclusion:

Navy bean soup is a delicious, hearty, and affordable meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover ham. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a pot of navy bean soup that your whole family will love.

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