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When soup season hits our house, we have a steady list of recipes on rotation. We love all the classic homemade soup recipes<\/a> because they’re affordable and easy to make in bulk, and they can use up those vegetables in your crisper! This Test Kitchen-approved navy bean soup is one of our favorites, and you might even already have all the ingredients on hand.<\/p>\n Soaking beans<\/a> overnight is recommended when cooking dried beans, which this recipe calls for. Though it means having to plan ahead just a bit, you’ll never regret cooking dried beans from scratch. As the beans simmer with the rest of the ingredients, everything melds together to create a creamy, delicious soup base. A minimal number of other ingredients, time and simple seasoning are all it takes to make a heart-warming, tummy-filling soup.<\/p>\n Sort through your navy beans, removing any dirt, cracked beans or rocks. Rinse the beans thoroughly, and soak them according to package directions.<\/p>\n Drain and rinse the beans, discarding the liquid. Place the beans in a Dutch oven. Add the tomatoes with their juice, onion, ham hock, broth, water, salt and pepper. Stir well, and bring everything to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook until beans are tender, about 1 hour and 30 minutes.<\/p>\n If you used a ham hock, remove it from the pot, and let it stand until cool enough to handle. Remove the meat from the bone, and discard the bone. Cut the ham into bite-sized pieces, and set aside.<\/p>\n If the soup has thickened up too much, add more water until it’s the consistency you’d like. If you want a thicker soup, let the soup cool slightly, then puree some of the beans in a food processor or blender, and return to pan. Add the ham back to the soup, and heat through while stirring often. Garnish with parsley if desired, and serve.<\/p>\n Soups are great to make ahead. It gives time for all the flavors to come together. Let your cooked soup cool, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four or five days.<\/p>\n Freezing soup is a great way to get ahead on your meal prep, and it also helps prevent food waste. Freeze the cooled soup in freezer-safe airtight containers or resealable bags for up to three months. Let the soup thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating, or thaw it in the microwave according to manufacturer’s directions.<\/p>\n Soaking dried beans before cooking them helps them cook faster and more evenly. It’s always preferred to soak your dried beans first, but it’s not strictly required.<\/p>\n It’s all thanks to the navy bean, whose name stems from the bean being served to members of the US Navy during World War II. This small, white, economical bean provided a filling alternative during food rationing.<\/p>\n To thicken navy bean soup, let it cool slightly, then transfer the beans in a food processor or blender to puree. Return mixture to soup, and stir to combine.<\/p>\n Great northern beans are not the same as navy beans, but they are similar. Both are white beans, but navy beans are smaller in size and require a long, slow cook time. Navy beans are one of the central ingredients in canned pork and beans, though we love to use them in a number of other navy bean recipes<\/a> too.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" When comfort food calls, make this hearty navy bean soup. 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Diabetic Exchanges<\/b>: 3 starch"},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":4.571429,"reviewCount":35,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"video":{"@type":"VideoObject","name":"Hearty Navy Bean Soup","description":"Check out this video for how to make Hearty Navy Bean Soup","thumbnailUrl":["https:\/\/tmbidigitalassetsazure.blob.core.windows.net\/wpconnatixthumbnailsprod\/HeartyNavyBeanSoupDIYD4293H_thumbnail.jpeg"],"uploadDate":"2020-09-5 11:27:04","duration":"P0DT0H1M3S","contentUrl":"https:\/\/videodam.tmbi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/HeartyNavyBeanSoup_DIYD_4293_H.mp4"},"review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-08-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Michele945"},"reviewBody":"Home run! Very tasty! I soaked the beans for 9 hours. DO NOT USE CANNED! You will thank yourself that you didn't.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-02-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Krystal978"},"reviewBody":"I just made this for dinner today, and it was absolutely delicious! I ended up freezing the leftovers, which you can do for up to 6 months. Me and my twin brother both ended up getting seconds! \ud83d\ude0b\ud83d\ude0b\ud83d\ude0b\ud83d\ude0b","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-02-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Susan2433"},"reviewBody":"This recipe sounds great and simple enough, but I have more of a question... If I'm using cooked, cubed ham and canned beans clearly the cooking time should be reduced. How long would you recommend?","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-03-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Queenlalisa"},"reviewBody":" I\u2019ve been trying a lot of soup recipes. This was a great one. I loved the tomatoes in it. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-02-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"JerryHanson"},"reviewBody":"I am a TOH recipe adaptor for steam pressure cooker canning: I've used this recipe three times now canning a total 42 pints of navy bean soup. I cold pack 16 jars distributing eavenly the ingredients into the jars. I use diced cooked ham rather than the ham hock adding a drop of hickory smoke into each jar. I use dehydrated ingredients: onion, tomato, sometimes carrots and celery. I elinate the salt and use dry beans (picked through for foreign matter). If the jars look \"sparse\", I'll add more vegetables. I add spices to taste. Once all the ingredients are in the jars, I top off each with low sodium chicken broth leaving 1 inch head space: remove air bubbles and check to be sure each jar is filled to leave 1 inch head space. Then I add the lids and bands and load the jars into the pressure cooker. I process the jars following pressure canning protocol for 70 minutes at 10 psi. The soup comes out delicious! When reheating, I'll add more chicken bouillon as needed. When I take my soup to 'work', everyone comments on the aroma wanting to know how I made it. TOH is my go to site for recipes to adapt to steam pressure canning recipes.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-02-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Meg_MS"},"reviewBody":"I saut?ed the onion and added 2 celery stalks diced along with 4 medium carrots & 2 bay leaves to this recipe! Ooh-la-la, the ham bone was the only other seasoning I had! Will make again!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-02-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"SharonKwasny"},"reviewBody":"Made this today and was pleased with the outcome. I\u2019m not a fan of adding diced tomatoes to as many recipes that call for them so didn\u2019t add. I did use carrots, celery, and onions to add more vegetables. Used two ham hocks since they came packaged that way and there was plenty of meat for the soup. Also added a tablespoon of vinegar and rather than pureeing the beans,I browned about 1\/3 cup of flour to add some bulk and flavor. Really enjoyed this one.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-04-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Guest7393"},"reviewBody":"I am not a fan of ham or any other smoked meats so I made this vegetarian-style. I love beans and I do not soak my dried beans. Of course, I clean them, but never soak. I also added celery, carrots, onions, and cabbage. Delicious!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-02-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldPretzel"},"reviewBody":"This recipe is very good. My husband prefers using crisp fried bacon instead of ha & adding sauteed celery.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-01-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"cheshaus"},"reviewBody":"Can't count the times I've made a pot of beans. Was a staple growing up. Why use both water and chicken broth? I've used all chicken broth for years, much richer flavor. Also, don't think that I have ever had beans with the tomatoes added...","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-02-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Abby_21"},"reviewBody":"This is not a review but a question. Has anyone made this using just diced ham (meaning without either a ham bone or ham hock? Does it still have flavour? I can never find these locally","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-04-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"KarenKeefe"},"reviewBody":"Added carrots and celery and a bay leaf. Also a pinch of brown sugar. Delicious!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-01-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"suefalk"},"reviewBody":"A different spin to Bean Soup. I've never had the addition of tomato, but it was good. Next time I would add a few stalks of celery and carrots. Also, some diced saut\u00e9ed onion would be nice.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-09-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"scotland1"},"reviewBody":"HAD THIS SOUP BEFORE. MY GO TO RECIPE. YUMMY.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-03-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"LadiesFriend"},"reviewBody":"Tried it. Not a keeper. Might go back to it later and try to tweet it.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-12-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Star-gazer"},"reviewBody":"WOW. Amazing. I used a ham hock to prep but didn't add the ham when done cooking. I did, however, add some chopped thin sliced black forest ham & 12 oz of crispy bacon @ the end. Also added carrots, celery, garlic & 29 oz can of tomato sauce instead of the canned tomatoes. 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Directions<\/h2>\n
Step 1: Rinse and soak the beans<\/h3>\n
Step 2: Simmer the soup<\/h3>\n
Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
Step 3: Finish the soup<\/h3>\n
Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
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Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
Navy Bean Soup Variations<\/h2>\n
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Can you make navy bean soup ahead of time?<\/h2>\n
How to Freeze Navy Bean Soup<\/h2>\n
Navy Bean Soup Tips<\/h2>\n
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Do you have to soak the beans for navy bean soup?<\/h3>\n
Why is it called “navy bean soup”?<\/h3>\n
How do you thicken navy bean soup?<\/h3>\n
Are great northern beans the same as navy beans?<\/h3>\n
Navy Bean Soup Tips<\/h2> \r\n\r\n
How do you thicken navy bean soup?<\/h3> \r\nTo thicken navy bean soup, let it cool slightly, then transfer the beans in a food processor or blender to puree. Return mixture back to the soup and stir to combine.\r\n\r\n
Why is it called navy bean soup?<\/h3> \r\nIt's history stems from being served to members of the Navy during World War II. The small, white, economical bean provided a filling alternative during food rationing. Its history alone makes it one of the more interesting types of soup<\/a>.\r\n\r\n
Are Great Northern beans the same as navy beans?<\/h3>\r\nNo. They are similar, but different: Both are white beans, but navy beans are smaller in size and require long, slow cooking. Navy beans are one of the central ingredients in canned pork and beans, though we love to use them in all different navy bean recipes<\/a>.\r\n\r\nResearch contributed by Rashanda Cobbins<\/a>, Taste Recipes Food Editor<\/i>","Metadescription":null,"AboutRecipeTitle":null,"AboutRecipe":null,"DigitalHeadnotes":"My family loves navy bean soup! Beans were a commodity you did not survive without in the '30s. This excellent navy beans and ham soup is a real family favorite of ours and I make it often. \u2014Mildred Lewis, Temple, Texas","FreezerDirections":"","FreezerDirectionsTitle":"","HTMLTitle":"Navy Bean Soup Recipe","RecipeVersionNumber":null,"WorkflowStatusId":9,"Directions":[{"Direction":"Rinse and sort beans; soak according to package directions.","SequenceNo":1},{"Direction":" Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid. Place in a Dutch oven. Add the tomatoes with juice, onion, ham hock, broth, water, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until beans are tender, about 1-1\/2 hours.","SequenceNo":2},{"Direction":" Add more water if necessary. Remove ham hock and let it stand until cool enough to handle. Remove meat from bone; discard bone. Cut meat into bite-sized pieces; set aside. (For a thicker soup, cool slightly, then puree beans in a food processor or blender and return to pan.) Return ham to soup and heat through. Garnish with parsley if desired.","SequenceNo":3}],"RecipeTaxonomies":{"Budget":[],"CookingStyle":[],"Course":[{"Name":"Course","ID":0},{"Name":"Bean Soup Recipes","ID":95062},{"Name":"Ham and Bean Soup","ID":97466},{"Name":"Ham Soup","ID":95110},{"Name":"Navy Bean Soup","ID":97470},{"Name":"Soup Recipes","ID":94298}],"Cuisine":[{"Name":"Cuisine","ID":0},{"Name":"Comfort Food Recipes","ID":89540},{"Name":"Comfort Food Soup Recipes","ID":89576},{"Name":"Cuisine","ID":0}],"HealthyEating":[{"Name":"Healthy Eating","ID":0},{"Name":"Diabetic Recipes","ID":105232},{"Name":"Diabetic Soup Recipes","ID":105248},{"Name":"Low Fat Recipes","ID":105180},{"Name":"Low Fat Soup Recipes","ID":105256}],"HolidaysAndCelebrations":[],"Ingredients":[{"Name":"Ingredients","ID":0},{"Name":"Beans & Legumes","ID":101985},{"Name":"Ham","ID":102017},{"Name":"Onions","ID":102029},{"Name":"Tomato Recipes","ID":100437},{"Name":"Tomato Soup Recipes","ID":100757}],"Kids":[],"PartnerRecipes":[],"Publications":[],"WinningRecipes":[],"Tags":[{"Name":"Dishes & Beverages","ID":305487},{"Name":"Bean Soups","ID":306700},{"Name":"Ham & Bean Soup","ID":306705},{"Name":"Soups","ID":306699},{"Name":"Gear","ID":303966},{"Name":"Appliances","ID":304032},{"Name":"Health & Wellness","ID":304988},{"Name":"Dairy-Free","ID":304993},{"Name":"Diabetic","ID":304998},{"Name":"Gluten-Free","ID":305003},{"Name":"Healthy Eating","ID":305004},{"Name":"Low-Fat","ID":305020},{"Name":"Ingredients","ID":306848},{"Name":"Beans & Legumes","ID":306879},{"Name":"Ham","ID":307389},{"Name":"Meat & Poultry","ID":307307},{"Name":"Navy Beans","ID":306899},{"Name":"Pork","ID":307383},{"Name":"White Beans","ID":306909},{"Name":"Meal Types","ID":304268},{"Name":"Dinner","ID":304292},{"Name":"Lunch","ID":304297},{"Name":"Recipes","ID":324623}]},"ContributorTypeId":1,"NutritionalAnalyisParagraph":"1 cup: 244 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 410mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 10g fiber), 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges<\/b>: 3 starch, 2 lean meat, 1 vegetable.","NoOfRatings":35,"GoogleImage16x9":"https:\/\/cdn3.tmbi.com\/toh\/GoogleImages\/Hearty-Navy-Bean-Soup_EXPS_FT24_4293_EC_010324_3.jpg","GoogleImage4x3":"https:\/\/cdn3.tmbi.com\/toh\/GoogleImagesPostCard\/Hearty-Navy-Bean-Soup_EXPS_FT24_4293_EC_010324_3.jpg","DefaultImageYn":false,"NativeRecipeTemplate":false,"IsMsn":false,"PinterestImage":"","CarouselImages":[],"SponsorLogoImage":"","SponsorID":"","GlobalCookingTips":[],"RecipeSpecificCookingTips":[{"TipType":"General Tips","TipTitle":"","TipText":"If Cooking for Two:<\/B> Freeze serving-size portions to enjoy later."},{"TipType":"Test Kitchen Tips (Q&A)","TipTitle":"","TipText":"
Navy Bean Soup Tips<\/h2>
How do you thicken navy bean soup?<\/h3> To thicken navy bean soup, let it cool slightly, then transfer the beans in a food processor or blender to puree. Return mixture back to the soup and stir to combine.
Why is it called navy bean soup?<\/h3> It's history stems from being served to members of the Navy during World War II. The small, white, economical bean provided a filling alternative during food rationing. Its history alone makes it one of the more interesting types of soup<\/a>.
Are great northern beans the same as navy beans?<\/h3> No. They are similar, but different: Both are white beans, but navy beans are smaller in size and require long, slow cooking. Navy beans are one of the central ingredients in canned pork and beans, though we love to use them in all different navy bean recipes<\/a>. Research contributed by Rashanda Cobbins<\/a>, Taste Recipes Food Editor<\/i>"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":312672,"name":"Soups","slug":"soups","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":312607,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Choose from a large selection of ingredients when making these irresistible soup recipes, including gazpacho, potato soup, vegetable soup, lentil soup, chicken soup, chowder, turkey soup, broth, bean soup, ham soup, barley soup, meatball soup and more.","parent":310796,"count":3117,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/soups\/"},{"term_id":312680,"name":"Bean Soups","slug":"bean-soups","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":312615,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Beans come in all shapes, colors and sizes and can be used in these tasty bean soup recipes, including black bean soup, white bean soup, bean chili, vegetable bean soup and more.","parent":312672,"count":451,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/soups\/bean-soups\/"},{"term_id":340261,"name":"Ham & Bean Soups","slug":"ham-bean-soups","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":340192,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Have a hankering for a ham and bean soup recipe? We have all the options you could ever need, whether you're looking for brothy, creamy or healthy.","parent":312680,"count":48,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/soups\/bean-soups\/ham-bean-soups\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Hearty Navy Bean Soup"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\n