Description
Slow Cooker Ham and White Bean Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly nights. This hearty soup combines tender ham and creamy white beans simmered in a savory broth, creating an inviting aroma that fills your home. With minimal prep and effortless cooking, you can enjoy a delicious meal while focusing on what truly matters—spending time with loved ones. Personalize it with your favorite veggies or spices for a unique twist each time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked ham, diced
- 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
Instructions
- Gather and prep all ingredients by chopping vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- Optional: Sauté onions in olive oil until golden brown.
- Add sautéed onions to the slow cooker along with diced ham, white beans, carrots, celery, garlic, bay leaves, thyme, and black pepper.
- Pour chicken broth over the mixture until covered.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Stir in spinach during the last 15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg