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navy bean and ham soup recipe
4.40 from 33 ratings

Navy Bean Soup and Ham

This simple, old-fashioned navy bean soup recipe makes a warm and satisfying family meal.
Additional Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings 10 servings
Author Crissy Page

Ingredients

  • 1 16 oz. bag dry navy beans 2 cups
  • 1 large onion
  • 1 lb. diced ham
  • green onion for garnish optional

Instructions

  • Sort beans and rinse thoroughly. Add beans and 8 cups water to a large pot. Bring to a full boil and boil for 2 minutes. Remove from heat, cover and allow to soak for an hour. Drain and rinse again.
  • Return beans to pot and cover with 6 cups water. Stir in the onion and the diced ham. Simmer with a lid slightly tilted (ajar) for 1 ½ to 2 hours or until desired tenderness. Salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with green onion.

Nutrition

Calories: 233kcal