Slow Cooker Ham and Bean Soup

This Slow Cooker Ham and Bean Soup is a hearty, flavorful meal made with a mix of dried beans, vegetables, and ham. Great for using leftovers or making ahead.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword Slow Cooker Ham and Bean Soup

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Total Time 10 15

Servings

Calories 298kcal

Equipment

measuring cups and spoons For accurate measurements of the ingredients.
mixing bowls To soak the beans overnight.
slow cooker To cook the soup.

Ingredients

1 lbs. 13 bean soup mix (or 15/16 bean)
1 can (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes
2 cups diced, cooked ham
2 cups peeled, diced Yukon Gold potatoes
2 celery stalks, diced
1 large yellow onion, diced
6 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
1 bay leaf
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp minced parsley, for garnish

Instructions

Soak the beans in water overnight, or follow the package instructions for a quick soak before cooking.
1 lbs. 13 bean soup mix
Drain and rinse the soaked beans, then add them to the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker along with the diced tomatoes, ham, potatoes, celery, onion, stock, seasonings, and bay leaf.
1 can (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes, 2 cups diced, cooked ham, 2 cups peeled, diced Yukon Gold potatoes, 2 celery stalks, diced, 1 large yellow onion, diced, 6 cups chicken broth, 1 bay leaf, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp kosher salt, 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
Cook on high for 4–5 hours or on low for 8–10 hours, until the beans are tender and fully cooked. Check for softness before serving.
Adjust salt and pepper to taste, garnish with parsley, and serve.
1 tsp minced parsley, for garnish

Notes

Soaking the Beans: Be sure to check the post for two easy ways to soak your beans—either method works, just pick what fits your schedule.

Bean Amount: No matter which kind you go with, stick to no more than one pound of beans for this recipe.

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