Slow Cooker Ham and Bean Stew - Hearty and Delicious Recipe

This slow cooker ham and bean stew is the perfect comfort food for chilly days. Made with tender ham, flavorful beans, and a blend of savory spices, this hearty stew will warm you from the inside out. The slow cooker method allows the flavors to meld together, resulting in a rich and satisfying dish. Serve it with crusty bread for a complete meal that will please the whole family.

Ingredients

• 1 pound of ham, cubed
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 2 cups of dried navy beans
• 6 cups of chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon of dried rosemary
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Rinse and sort the dried navy beans, removing any debris.
2. In a large skillet, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
3. Transfer the cooked vegetables to the slow cooker. Add the cubed ham, dried navy beans, chicken broth, dried thyme, dried rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
4. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
5. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 8 hours or until the beans are tender.
6. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
7. Serve the ham and bean stew hot with crusty bread.
8. Enjoy!

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