Best 3 Slow Cooker Ham Northern Bean Soup Recipes

Indulge in a delightful journey of flavors with our collection of slow-cooker ham and northern bean soup recipes. These hearty and comforting soups are perfect for chilly days, family gatherings, or a cozy night in. Discover a symphony of tastes and textures as tender ham, creamy beans, aromatic vegetables, and flavorful broths harmoniously blend together. Each recipe offers a unique culinary experience, from classic comfort food to modern twists on a timeless dish. Whether you prefer a thick and hearty soup or a lighter, broth-based creation, we have something to satisfy every palate. Dive into the delectable world of slow-cooker ham and northern bean soup, and let the irresistible aromas fill your kitchen.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SLOW COOKER HAM AND BEANS

Slow Cooker Ham and Beans image

This recipe is perfect for those blustery days when you don't really have time to cook, but want a hearty meal for the family. It's a very basic, nutrient-packed meal for all to enjoy!

Provided by Jessica Kimble

Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Ham Brown Sugar

Time 20h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 pound dried great Northern beans, soaked overnight
½ pound cooked ham, chopped
½ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon dried parsley
½ teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
water to cover

Steps:

Combine the beans, ham, brown sugar, onion powder, parsley, garlic salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a slow cooker. Pour enough water into the slow cooker to cover the mixture by about 2 inches. Set slow cooker to Low; simmer 12 hours, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.4 calories, Carbohydrate 49.8 g, Cholesterol 15.9 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 11.6 g, Protein 17.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 492.5 mg, Sugar 14.9 g

HAM AND GREAT NORTHERN BEAN SOUP FOR THE CROCK POT

Ham and Great Northern Bean Soup for the Crock Pot image

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

Ingredients

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.

SLOW COOKER HAM & NORTHERN BEAN SOUP

Slow Cooker Ham & Northern Bean Soup image

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

Ingredients

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:

Soak the beans overnight: This will help them cook more evenly and quickly in the slow cooker.
Use a variety of beans: This will add flavor and texture to the soup. Some good options include kidney beans, black beans, and pinto beans.
Don't overcook the ham: It should be cooked through, but not dry and tough. About 4 hours on low in the slow cooker is usually sufficient.
Add vegetables toward the end of cooking: This will help them retain their nutrients and texture.
Season the soup to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to your liking.

Conclusion:

This slow cooker ham and northern bean soup is a hearty and flavorful meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover ham. The soup is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this slow cooker ham and northern bean soup a try. You won't be disappointed!