For a vegetarian version, omit the ham hocks and use smoked paprika to mimic the smoky flavor. Add a splash of apple cider vinegar at the end to brighten the flavors. If you don't have potato flakes, a small, peeled and diced potato can be added along with the carrots and celery.
Navy Bean and Ham Hock Soup
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PREP TIME35 mins
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COOK TIME2 hrs 15 mins
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TOTAL TIME7 hrs 50 mins
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SERVING12 People
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VIEWS42
Savor the comforting embrace of this hearty soup, where tender navy beans meet the rich, smoky depth of ham hocks in a symphony of flavors that will warm you from the inside out. A truly satisfying one-pot wonder!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate30 g
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Cholesterol66 mg
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Fiber11 g
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Protein26 g
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Saturated Fat7 g
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Sodium127 mg
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Sugar4 g
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Fat21 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View In a Dutch oven, combine navy beans with 8 cups of water. Bring to a rolling boil, then let it boil for 2 minutes. Remove from heat, cover, and allow to stand until the beans have softened, approximately 5 hours.
02 Step
Recipe View Drain the soaked beans, discarding the water. Rinse the beans and return them to the Dutch oven. Add the ham hocks, chicken broth, remaining 4 cups of water, onion, parsley, garlic powder, basil, black pepper, oregano, nutmeg, and bay leaves. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to a gentle simmer. Cook until the beans are tender, about 1 1/2 hours.
03 Step
Recipe View Incorporate the carrots, celery, and potato flakes into the soup, stirring until everything is well combined. Cover and simmer until the vegetables are tender, around 30 minutes.
04 Step
Recipe View Carefully transfer the ham hocks to a cutting board. Once they are cool enough to handle, remove the meat from the bones and cut it into bite-sized pieces. Return the shredded ham to the pot and warm through over medium heat, about 3 minutes.
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Baylee Wyman
Mar 5, 2025This soup is amazing! The ham hocks add such a deep, rich flavor.
Lindsay Keeling
Dec 4, 2024I added a can of diced tomatoes for extra acidity and it was delicious!
Annamarie Williamson
Nov 29, 2024So easy to make and perfect for a chilly evening. My family loved it!