Two Bean Chowder Recipe

Name: Two Bean Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. dry small white beans; 1 c. dry kidney beans; 2 qt. water; 1 smoked ham hock; 1 c. chopped onion; 1 clove garlic, minced; 3/4 c. diced celery; 3/4 c. diced carrots; 1/8 tsp. crushed red pepper; 1 1/2 c. milk; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1
Soak beans in water overnight or for quick soak, bring beans and water to a boil for 2 minutes.
2
Cover and let stand 1 hour. Add ham hock to beans.
3
Cover and simmer 1 1/2 hours.
4
Remove ham hock and cut up meat.
5
Mash a portion of the beans.
6
Return meat to soup.
7
Add onion, garlic, celery, carrot and crushed red pepper. Cover and simmer 1 hour.
8
Add milk and heat.
9
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
10
Serves 6 to 8. May be made ahead and frozen.

306

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. dry small white beans, 1 c. dry kidney beans, 2 qt. water, 1 smoked ham hock, and more.

Yes, Two Bean Chowder 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.

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Two Bean Chowder

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Variations & substitutions

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