01/06/2026
Did you know that today is National Bean Day? Beans are a staple food cherished around the world - and is a powerhouse of nutrition - packed with protein, fiber, and essential vitamins.
This is a great recipe - that's good for Diabetics, Gluten Free and Heart Healthy. Let's live healthy in 2026.
Slow Cooker Ham and Bean Soup is a hearty, comforting dish perfect for chilly days. Loaded with tender beans, savory ham, and aromatic seasonings, it’s a one-pot wonder!
Ingredients
8 oz diced uncured ham
1 can (15 oz) no salt added organic cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 can no salt added organic kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (14.5 oz) no salt added organic fire roasted tomatoes
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
2 cups unsalted chicken stock
2 cups water
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1 medium carrot, chopped
1 stalk celery, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp ground white pepper
2 cups packed baby kale or spinach
2 sprigs fresh thyme
2 bay leaves
Preparation
Add the ham, cannellini beans, kidney beans, tomatoes, peas, chicken stock and water to the bowl of a 5 quart crockpot or slow cooker; stir to combine and set aside.
Heat the oil over medium heat in a large skillet until shimmering. Add the onion, garlic, carrot and celery; sauté, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the parsley, Italian seasoning and white pepper and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the kale and sauté, stirring occasionally, until just wilted, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat.
Transfer the vegetable mixture to the crockpot and stir to combine. Add the thyme and bay leaves and stir to submerge. Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or on high for 4 to 6 hours.
When finished cooking, discard the sprigs of thyme and bay leaves. Serve warm and enjoy! Store any leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or up to 1 month in the freezer.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 cup
Per Serving: Calories: 138 Fat: 4g Saturated Fat: 1g Cholesterol: 12mg Sodium: 228mg Carbohydrates: 17g Fiber: 5g Protein: 10g
