Yankee Bean Soup Recipe

Name: Yankee Bean Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. navy or pea beans; 2 1/2 qt. water; 1 ham bone (leave meat on bone); 1 large onion, sliced; 1/2 c. chopped celery leaves; 1/2 tsp. dry mustard; 3 Tbsp. butter or margarine; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 2 medium carrots, finely diced; 3/4 c. canned tomatoes and liquid; 2 to 3 tsp. salt; ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 lb. navy or pea beans
2 1/2 qt. water
1 ham bone (leave meat on bone)
1 large onion, sliced
1/2 c. chopped celery leaves
1/2 tsp. dry mustard
3 Tbsp. butter or margarine
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 medium carrots, finely diced
3/4 c. canned tomatoes and liquid
2 to 3 tsp. salt
ground black pepper

1
Pick over beans; wash thoroughly.
2
Place in large kettle; add water.
3
Cover.
4
Bring to a boil; simmer 10 minutes.
5
Remove from heat.
6
Let stand, covered, 1 hour.
7
Add ham bone, sliced onion, celery leaves and mustard.
8
Cover.
9
Simmer 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until beans are soft but unbroken.
10
Melt butter in skillet; add chopped onion and carrots, cook 6 to 7 minutes, until beginning to brown, stirring constantly.
11
Add with tomatoes, salt and pepper to beans.
12
Cover.
13
Simmer 20 to 25 minutes or until beans are partly broken and have slightly thickened the soup.
14
Remove ham bone.
15
Cut meat from bone and add to soup.

306

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* 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

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: 1 lb. navy or pea beans, 2 1/2 qt. water, 1 ham bone (leave meat on bone), 1 large onion, sliced, and more.

Yes, Yankee 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.

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Yankee Bean Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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