White Bean Soup for a Crowd

White Bean Soup for a Crowd

This hearty, easy white bean soup with ham is a filling, economical, and delicious solution to feeding a crowd.

Preparation Time
30 mins
Cooking Time
8 hr 30 mins
Total Time
9 hr
Calories
331 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Sort and wash beans according to package directions. Place in a 3 1/2-quart or larger slow cooker. Fill the cooker with water to capacity. Soak without turning on the cooker, 8 hours to overnight.
Step 2
Drain excess water and refill cooker with fresh water. Turn cooker to Low and cook until beans are soft, about 8 hours.
Step 3
Heat oil in a large soup pot over medium-low heat. Add onions and carrots; cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft and carrots begin to soften, about 5 minutes. Add ham, tomatoes, and garlic and let simmer for another 5 minutes.
Step 4
Puree about 2/3 of the cooked beans in small batches in a blender or food processor, using the bean broth to help puree and adding extra water if needed. Add puree and remaining whole beans to the soup pot; add enough water to bring soup to desired thickness. Stir in parsley, thyme, celery salt, salt, and pepper. Simmer slowly, stirring occasionally, until soup is hot and all vegetables are soft, about 20 minutes.

Ingredients

  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 6 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 pounds dry great Northern beans
  • 1 teaspoon celery salt
  • 3 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 4 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
  • 3 medium onions, finely chopped
  • 3 carrots, finely chopped
  • 1 pound cooked ham, finely diced
  • 6 medium tomatoes, peeled and finely chopped
  • 0.75 cup chopped fresh parsley

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