Great Northern Beans Recipe

[Dawn]

Here's a recipe that you might want to try!

Ingredients:​

• 1 pound dried Great Northern beans
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 ham hock or 1 cup diced ham
• 6 cups chicken broth or water
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions:​

1. Prepare the Beans:
   • Rinse the dried Great Northern beans under cold water. Remove any debris or broken beans.
   • Place the beans in a large bowl and cover with water. Let them soak overnight, or for at least 8 hours. Drain and rinse the beans before cooking.
2. Cook the Vegetables:
   • In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
   • Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add the Ham and Beans:
   • Add the ham hock or diced ham to the pot. Stir to combine with the vegetables.
   • Add the drained beans to the pot.
4. Simmer the Beans:
   • Pour in the chicken broth or water, ensuring the beans are covered by at least an inch of liquid. Add more broth or water if needed.
   • Add the bay leaf and dried thyme. Stir to combine.
   • Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beans are tender. Stir occasionally and add more liquid if needed to keep the beans submerged.
5. Season and Serve:
   • Once the beans are tender, remove the ham hock. If using a ham hock, remove the meat from the bone, chop it, and return it to the pot. Discard the bay leaf.
   • Season the beans with salt and pepper to taste.
   • Stir in the chopped fresh parsley if using.

Tips:​

• For extra flavor, you can add a smoked sausage or bacon along with the ham.
• Serve the Great Northern beans with cornbread or crusty bread for a complete meal.
• Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Enjoy your hearty and comforting Great Northern beans with ham!

 

[doebadie]

This Great Northern Beans recipe looks amazing! I love how simple and hearty it is—perfect for a cozy meal. The blend of flavors and the ease of prep make it a total winner in my book. I can’t wait to try it out and see how those beans turn out! Thanks for sharing this awesome recipe!

 

[xxscj1678]

This Great Northern Beans recipe looks delicious! Perfect for a hearty and comforting meal. Can’t wait to give it a try—thanks for sharing!