Smoky Slow-Cooked Bean Delight: Hearty Crock Pot Bean Soup Recipe
Crock Pot Bean Soup Recipe
Description:
Delight in the hearty flavors of this Crock Pot Bean Soup, a comforting dish that embodies warmth and nourishment. Perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends, this recipe promises a culinary journey that satisfies the soul. With a blend of wholesome ingredients and a slow-cooking method, each spoonful is a celebration of home-cooked goodness.
Recipe Category: Beans
Keywords: Weeknight, Crock Pot, Soup, Beans, Comfort Food
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 391.5
- Fat Content: 13.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 4.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 19.3mg
- Sodium Content: 1765.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 49.7g
- Fiber Content: 15.5g
- Sugar Content: 6g
- Protein Content: 19g
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups dried baby lima beans
- 1 1/2 cups dried great northern beans
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 8 cups water
- 1 smoked ham hock
- 1 smoked ham
- 1 bacon strip
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 celery stalk, chopped
- 1 carrot, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
- 2 teaspoons msg (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
- 2 tablespoons bacon fat
Cooking Time:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours and 10 minutes
Instructions:
- Rinse and sort the baby lima beans and great northern beans. Place them in a large pot with water and salt.
- Bring the pot to a boil and let it boil for two minutes.
- Turn off the heat, cover the pot, and let it stand for 1 hour.
- After an hour, rinse, drain, and transfer the beans to the crock pot.
- Combine all the ingredients in a 6 ½ quart crock pot, adding 10 cups of water.
- Cook the soup on low for 8 hours, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Once cooked, remove the ham hock from the pot.
- Cut off the usable meat and return it to the pot, discarding any bones or excess fat.
- Remove the bay leaves from the soup.
- For a thicker consistency, stir in 1 tablespoon of cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons of water.
- Cook the soup on high for an additional 30 minutes to 1 hour to allow it to thicken.
- Adjust the seasonings according to your taste preferences.
- Serve hot and enjoy the rich flavors of this comforting bean soup.
Additional Notes:
- This recipe yields a generous portion, making it ideal for sharing with family and friends or for leftovers.
- Feel free to customize the soup by adding your favorite vegetables or spices to suit your taste.
- Serve with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
Indulge in the wholesome goodness of this Crock Pot Bean Soup, a nourishing dish that warms the heart and tantalizes the taste buds. Whether enjoyed on a chilly evening or as a comforting meal any day of the week, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Dive into a bowl of this flavorful soup and savor each spoonful of homemade goodness.
