Navy Bean Soup

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This hearty navy bean soup will warm you up on a cold night.

Submitted by ANGCHICK
Updated on September 18, 2023
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
4 hrs 10 mins
Total Time:
4 hrs 25 mins
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

  • 6 cups water

  • 1 (16 ounce) package dried navy beans

  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes

  • ½ pound chopped ham

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 2 stalks celery, chopped

  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 1 cube chicken bouillon

  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley

  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder

  • 1 bay leaf

  • 3 cups water

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

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  2. Combine water, beans, tomatoes, ham, onion, celery, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, bouillon, parsley, garlic powder, and bay leaf in a stock pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for two hours.

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  3. Add 3 cups of water; stir in salt and pepper. Simmer for an additional two hours. Discard bay leaf before serving.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

236 Calories
3g Fat
36g Carbs
16g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 236
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3g 4%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 15mg 5%
Sodium 879mg 38%
Total Carbohydrate 36g 13%
Dietary Fiber 13g 46%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 16g 32%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 98mg 8%
Iron 4mg 21%
Potassium 761mg 16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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