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Description

Beans and ham are one of the classic comfort food combinations. This recipe takes a little bit of time to prepare, but the end result is worth it. The beans are cooked until they are tender and then combined with ham, vegetables, and seasonings to create a flavorful and filling dish.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is approximately 30 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is approximately 2 hours.

Ingredients

For this recipe, you will need:
  • 1 pound dried great northern beans
  • 1 pound ham hock or ham bone
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

For this recipe, you will need:
  • A large pot
  • A wooden spoon
  • A colander
  • A knife
  • A cutting board

Method

  1. Sort through the beans to remove any debris and rinse them well.
  2. Place the beans in a large pot and cover them with water. Bring the water to a boil and then turn off the heat. Let the beans soak for one hour.
  3. Drain the beans and rinse them again.
  4. Add the ham hock or ham bone to the pot with the beans and cover with water.
  5. Bring the water to a boil and then reduce the heat to low. Simmer the beans and ham for one hour.
  6. Add the onion, garlic, carrots, celery, bay leaves, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper to the pot.
  7. Add enough water to cover the ingredients by about an inch.
  8. Simmer the beans and ham for another hour or until the beans are tender.
  9. Remove the ham hock or ham bone and cut off any meat that is still attached. Discard the bone and return the meat to the pot.
  10. Adjust the seasoning to taste and serve.

Notes

This recipe can be made a day ahead of time and reheated before serving. It can also be frozen for later use.

Nutrition Info

This recipe serves 8 and each serving contains approximately:
  • Calories: 353
  • Total Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg
  • Sodium: 784mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Dietary Fiber: 12g
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Protein: 27g

Recipes FAQ

What type of beans should I use?

For this recipe, we recommend using dried great northern beans.

Can I use a different type of meat?

Yes, you can use a different type of ham or even smoked sausage.

Can I make this recipe in a slow cooker?

Yes, you can make this recipe in a slow cooker. Follow the same instructions but cook on low for 8-10 hours.

Recipe Tips

  • Soak the beans ahead of time to reduce cooking time.
  • Add more water as needed to prevent the beans from drying out.
  • Use a ham hock or ham bone for extra flavor.
  • Adjust the seasoning to taste.

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