NAVY BEAN AND HAM HOCK SOUP

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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.

Naledi Lebohang
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This soup is so hearty and filling. It's perfect for a cold winter day.


Bipin Bhar
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I'm not a big fan of ham hocks, but I really enjoyed this soup. The flavor was amazing.


bessard johnmarquis
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This soup is delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making it again.


Tiffany Stewart
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new family favorite.


Niyah
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also very affordable to make.


Cindy Aviles
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I love that this soup is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


stacy mlangeni
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover ham. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Nisar Koko
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Dr.Piriton
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the ham hock gives it a delicious smoky flavor.


mdmohibur rahman
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I'm not a big fan of navy beans, but I really enjoyed this soup. The ham hock and vegetables gave it a lot of flavor.


Roktim Mahmud
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This soup is so delicious and flavorful. I will definitely be making it again.


Azaln Ehsan
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I love that this soup is so easy to make. I can just throw everything in the pot and let it simmer.


Patrick Hurley
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This soup is so hearty and filling. It's perfect for a cold winter day.


Swajan Paul
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Ayana Khan
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This is the best navy bean soup I've ever had. The ham hock gives it a really rich flavor.


Aniceto Roa
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I'm not a big fan of ham hocks, but I really enjoyed this soup. The flavor was amazing and the ham hock just melted in my mouth.


Betty Ndiya
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love that I can just throw everything in the pot and let it simmer.


Lisa Mowel
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I've been making this soup for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold night.


Javed Malik
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I made this soup for my family last night and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it all up.


Naveed Ali
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This soup is a lifesaver on a cold winter day. It's so hearty and flavorful, and the ham hock gives it a delicious smoky flavor.