The Bean & Ham Soup was my first experience with a slow cooker. It's supposed to cook for 10 hours. That sounded ridiculous to me - so I tried 5 hours (on high) without success. After hour 4 I ladled the contents of my slow cooker into a large pot and simmered it on the stove. The broth didn't want to thicken so I added 3 tablespoons of corn starch mixed with water.
It was somewhat of a disaster.
Bay leaves are gross. Some of the reviewers on Allrecipes suggested adding them but I wish I hadn't. I also added a clove of garlic and a can of chicken broth. I have no idea if either of these ingredients made for more flavorful soup, but they didn't hurt.
The great thing about this recipe is that you can buy pre-cooked and cubed ham. Due to my immense fear of raw meat, I am a fan. I will likely make it again - but will use more chicken broth and less water.
On a side note, my slow cooker rocks. It has a lid that can be clamped down to prevent spills when transporting. It also came with a super stylin' green gingham carrying case.
Hamilton Beach Stay/Go Slow Cooker
| Grandma B's Bean Soup |  |
| Submitted by: Reneerent Rated: 4 out of 5 by 23 members | Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Hours | Ready In: 16 Hours 15 Minutes Yields: 8 servings |
"A simple slow cooker bean and ham soup. It's delicious!"
INGREDIENTS:
| 1 pound dry navy beans 3 carrots, peeled and shredded 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced | 3 stalks celery, sliced 1 medium onion, diced 2 cups cubed cooked ham |
DIRECTIONS:
| 1. | Place the beans in a slow cooker with enough water to cover, and soak 6 to 8 hours, or overnight. |
| 2. | Drain the beans, and return to the slow cooker. Cover with water, and mix in the carrots, potatoes, celery, onion, and ham. |
| 3. | Cover slow cooker, and cook soup on High for 3 1/2 hours. Switch to Low, and continue cooking at least 6 1/2 hours. The longer it cooks the more flavorful it becomes. |
Nutrition Info (per serving)
Calories 337 (17% from fat) | Protein 22g | Fat 6.8g (sat 2.4g) | Carbohydrate 48g | Fiber 10.8g | Cholesterol 32mg | Iron 4mg | Sodium 47mg | Calcium 118mg 
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