Smoked Ham and Bean Stew Recipe

Name: Smoked Ham and Bean Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb dried beans, any type; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 large onions, chopped or 1 ½ cups chopped onions; 2 medium celery ribs, chopped or ¾ cup chopped celery; 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped or 1 cup chopped carrot; 8 medium garlic cloves, peeled and chopped; 3 cups smoked ham, cubed (more or less, depending on your leftovers); 4 cups low sodium chicken broth; 3 cups water; 2 bay leaves; 2 cups raw spinach, cut into thin strips; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes (I didn't drain them, I like it a little soupy)

Servings: persons

1 lb dried beans, any type
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 large onions, chopped or 1 ½ cups chopped onions
2 medium celery ribs, chopped or ¾ cup chopped celery
2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped or 1 cup chopped carrot
8 medium garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
3 cups smoked ham, cubed (more or less, depending on your leftovers)
4 cups low sodium chicken broth
3 cups water
2 bay leaves
2 cups raw spinach, cut into thin strips
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes (I didn't drain them, I like it a little soupy)

1
Put the dried beans in 4 quarts of water--add 3 tablespoons salt and stir to dissolve.
2
Soak overnight at room temperature.
3
(At least 8 hours and no more than 24.)
4
Drain and rinse well.
5
Heat oven to 250 degrees.
6
Saute onions, celery, and carrots until they are softened and lightly browned.
7
Stir in garlic and cook for about 1 minute.
8
Add ham, broth, water, bay leaves, and beans.
9
Increase heat to high and bring to a simmer.
10
Cover pot and place in oven; cook 45 minutes to an hour.
11
Add spinach and tomatoes to the pot, cover, and return to oven.
12
Cook another 30-40 minutes until beans are fully tender.
13
Remove from oven; take bay leaves out of the stew.
14
Recover the pot and let it stand for 15 minutes before serving.

1146

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

127

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 1 lb dried beans, any type, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 1 large onions, chopped or 1 ½ cups chopped onions, 2 medium celery ribs, chopped or ¾ cup chopped celery, and more.

Yes, Smoked Ham and Bean Stew 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!

Smoked Ham and Bean Stew

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Variations & substitutions

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