Navy Bean (Ham And Bean) Soup Recipe

Name: Navy Bean (Ham And Bean) Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs navy beans, picked over, rinsed, and drained; 10 -15 sprigs parsley; 2 sprigs fresh thyme (I use rosemary instead); 1 -2 bay leaf, depending on size; 2 large smoked ham hocks (or ham bones); 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped (or 2 small); 2 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped; 8 cups cold water; 1 medium carrot, coarsely chopped; kosher salt; fresh ground black pepper; butter (to garnish)

Servings: persons

2 lbs navy beans, picked over, rinsed, and drained
10 -15 sprigs parsley
2 sprigs fresh thyme (I use rosemary instead)
1 -2 bay leaf, depending on size
2 large smoked ham hocks (or ham bones)
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped (or 2 small)
2 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
8 cups cold water
1 medium carrot, coarsely chopped
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
butter (to garnish)

1
Put beans in a large saucepan and cover with 2 inches of cold water.
2
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and summer for 5 minutes.
3
Remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 1 hour, then drain.
4
Tie herbs into a bundle or wrap in a square of cheesecloth.
5
In a large pot, combine herbs, beans, ham, onions, carrots, garlic, and water.
6
Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer 1-2 hours or until the beans are tender.
7
Turn off heat, remove ham and allow to cool, then cut into cubes.
8
Remove herbs and discard.
9
Puree about 3 cups or beans with some of the liquid. (I like my stick blender for this, just be careful because it is super hot!).
10
Stir puree and meat back into the remaining soup.
11
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
12
Put in bowls, top with a pat of butter, and serve.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs navy beans, picked over, rinsed, and drained, 10 -15 sprigs parsley, 2 sprigs fresh thyme (I use rosemary instead), 1 -2 bay leaf, depending on size, and more.

Yes, Navy Bean (Ham And Bean) Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Navy Bean (Ham And Bean) Soup

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