Ham Bone & Bean Soup

Warm Up Your Week: Ham Bone and Bean Soup (Crock Pot Style)

There’s nothing quite like the comforting aroma of a hearty soup bubbling away in the crock pot on a chilly day. This Ham Bone and Bean Soup is one of those soul-warming meals that’s as easy to prepare as it is delicious to devour. It’s budget-friendly, packed with flavor, and a fantastic way to use up that leftover ham bone after a holiday meal.

This recipe is a family favorite in my kitchen—it’s rustic, simple, and gets better with time. Plus, you can throw it all together the night before and wake up to a no-fuss dinner ready to go.

Ham Bone and Bean Soup – Crock Pot Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 ham bone with some meat still on it

• 2–3 Yukon Gold potatoes, diced

• 1 onion, diced

• 1 carrot, diced

• 1 stalk of celery, diced

• 2 cans of beans (white beans are ideal, but red beans are a great alternative)

• 6 cups of chicken stock (or substitute with vegetable or ham stock)

• 1 bay leaf

• ½ tsp salt

• 1 tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp thyme

• 1 tbsp oregano

Instructions:

1. Combine: Add all ingredients into your crock pot and stir to combine evenly.

2. Prep Ahead (Optional): Want to save time in the morning? Prep everything the night before and store the crock pot insert (with lid on) in the fridge overnight. Just pop it into the cooker in the morning.

3. Cook: Set your crock pot to High and cook for 6 hours, until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded into something magical.

4. Serve: Remove the ham bone and shred any remaining meat back into the soup. Discard the bay leaf.

5. Garnish (Optional but delicious): Top each bowl with freshly chopped parsley, a sprinkle of grated parmesan cheese, and serve with a slice of warm crusty bread on the side.

   

Why You'll Love It

• No Waste: A great way to make the most of a leftover ham bone.

• Make-Ahead Friendly: Easy to prep the night before.

• Freezer-Friendly: Leftovers freeze beautifully for future lazy-day dinners.

• Comfort Food Vibes: Warm, filling, and totally satisfying.

Whether you're feeding a crowd or just want to meal prep something cozy for the week, this Ham Bone and Bean Soup hits all the right notes. Give it a try and let your crock pot do all the heavy lifting—your home will smell amazing, and your belly will thank you.