“Crockpot White Bean and Ham Soup” is a slow-cooker comfort food soup made with white beans and leftover ham (or ham hock). It’s popular because it’s cheap, filling, and easy to cook.
What’s in it (typical ingredients)
- dried white beans (like great northern or navy beans)
- ham or ham bone/ham hock
- onion
- carrots
- celery
- garlic
- broth or water
- salt, pepper
- optional: thyme, bay leaf
How it’s made (simple crockpot method)
- Rinse beans (some people soak overnight, but not always required for crockpot).
- Add everything to the slow cooker.
- Cook:
- Low: 7–9 hours
- High: 4–6 hours
- Stir occasionally if possible and shred ham near the end.
What it’s like
- thick, hearty, and savory
- slightly creamy from the beans breaking down
- smoky flavor from the ham
Why it’s popular
- uses leftover ham (great after holidays)
- very budget-friendly
- “set it and forget it” meal
- high in protein and fiber
If you want, I can give you a more flavorful version, a healthier low-salt version, or a super quick shortcut version.
