Hearty Ham and Navy Bean Soup with Carrots and Celery

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Hearty Ham and Navy Bean Soup with Carrots and Celery is a comforting American classic that combines tender navy beans, rich ham, and fresh vegetables. This non-vegetarian dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. The robust flavors of ham meld beautifully with the soft beans, while the carrots and celery add a delightful crunch. Ideal for meal prep, this soup can be enjoyed on its own or paired with crusty bread.

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Overview

This hearty bean soup combines the rich flavors of ham and navy beans, simmered to perfection with carrots and celery. It's a comforting dish perfect for a cozy meal.

Diet Type

Non-Vegetarian

Allergies

None

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 8

Cooking Time: 125 minutes

Ingredients

• 16 Ounces (oz) package dried navy beans
• 7 Cups water
• 1 Whole ham bone
• 2 Cups diced ham
• 0.25 Cups onion, minced
• 0.5 Teaspoons (tsp) salt
• 1 Pinch black pepper, ground
• 1 Whole bay leaf
• 0.5 Cups carrots, sliced
• 0.5 Cups celery, sliced

Steps

1. Rinse the navy beans and transfer them to a large stockpot. Add 7 cups of water and bring to a boil. Simmer for 2 minutes, then remove from heat, cover, and let stand for 1 hour.
2. Add the ham bone, diced ham, minced onion, salt, ground black pepper, and bay leaf to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, until the beans are soft.
3. Add the sliced carrots and celery to the pot. Cook for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
4. Remove the ham bone from the pot and place it on a cutting board. Once cool enough to handle, remove any meat from the bone and cut it into bite-sized pieces.
5. Stir the meat back into the soup until warmed through. Serve and enjoy!

Enjoy your homemade Hearty Ham and Navy Bean Soup!