This is my Mom’s (originally Grandma’s) “Ham Bone Soup” recipe. I had to spruce up the name since that boring old thing doesn’t even begin to describe how yummy this recipe is! I don’t even know what to say about this soup….. it is mouth-watering, to-die-for delicious. I love love love it and every time I make it I horde the leftovers. Are you getting the picture yet?! :)I think there is something addictive in it too because my husband is starting to get as obsessed with it as I am! It is by no means healthy (definitely a special meal at our house) and has deceptively simple ingredients. Honestly, if I hadn’t eaten this a million times (and savored every single bite) I wouldn’t believe that it would be that good. It’s one of those things you better take my word for. (The poor thing is not very photogenic either but I did my best!)
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Brown Sugar Ham and Bean Soup
Ingredients
- 1 lb navy beans, soaked overnight
- 1 meaty ham bone
- 1 small onion, chopped finely
- 1 cup cream
- 1/2 tsp dry mustard
- 1/8 tsp ginger powder
- 1–2 cups brown sugar (I think 1 cup well packed is plenty!)
Instructions
- Place navy beans and ham bone in crock pot and fill with enough water to cover beans and most of ham bone. Cook on low for 3-4 hours. Add remaining ingredients and cook an additional 2-4 hours. Take bone out and shred remaining meat off bone and add to soup. Serve with a crusty loaf of bread and a salad. Delicious.
This is my Grandmas recipe—it is an old recipe. It really is sweet. I would say–try cutting back on the brown sugar. I am sure it will still be really good!!
Mine came out too sweet
How do I remedy this?
WOW!!!! I just made this today and it may well be the best soup EVER!!! Didn't have a ham bone (will definitely be saving the next one) but found a package of "Country Ham Pieces for Seasoning" which worked fine. I also went with the low-end amount of the brown sugar and may even cut that in half next time (and there will be a next time). I can't wait to get hungry again so I can have seconds! I served this with cornbread ("Calico Cornbread" recipe from Cooking Light and Easy cookbook).
WOW!!!! I just made this today and it may well be the best soup EVER!!! Didn't have a ham bone (will definitely be saving the next one) but found a package of "Country Ham Pieces for Seasoning" which worked fine. I also went with the low-end amount of the brown sugar and may even cut that in half next time (and there will be a next time). I can't wait to get hungry again so I can have seconds! I served this with cornbread ("Calico Cornbread" recipe from Cooking Light and Easy cookbook).
Made this yummy soup last week! It was amazing! Only thing I didn't do was add cream. I added a little bit of milk but it was so good the way it was so I just didn't add much. Thanks a ton! I love trying all of your recipes!
Made this yummy soup last week! It was amazing! Only thing I didn't do was add cream. I added a little bit of milk but it was so good the way it was so I just didn't add much. Thanks a ton! I love trying all of your recipes!
hi heather, I actually am referring to the ham bone left over from when you eat a ham. Like for instance the spiral cut hams people buy for Easter? There is often a lot of meat clinging to the bone that doesn't get cut through all the way – you know? it's kind of a nuisance to get off… so instead just leave it on the bone and freeze the whole thing in a freezer bag until you're ready to make soup with it. It's fabulous!! The bone gives a lot of flavor too – MUCH better than using ham pieces. Let me know if you have more questions! Brittany
hi heather, I actually am referring to the ham bone left over from when you eat a ham. Like for instance the spiral cut hams people buy for Easter? There is often a lot of meat clinging to the bone that doesn't get cut through all the way – you know? it's kind of a nuisance to get off… so instead just leave it on the bone and freeze the whole thing in a freezer bag until you're ready to make soup with it. It's fabulous!! The bone gives a lot of flavor too – MUCH better than using ham pieces. Let me know if you have more questions! Brittany
I've never bought a ham bone before, what should I look for? Please describe for me what it looks like.
I've never bought a ham bone before, what should I look for? Please describe for me what it looks like.
Looks good to me too! Haven't you had that baby girl yet? I sent you an email, so let me know when you have good news please!
~kelly
from your new ward!
Looks good to me too! Haven't you had that baby girl yet? I sent you an email, so let me know when you have good news please!
~kelly
from your new ward!
Mmm I think your picture looks delicious!! I wish i could have a bowl right now!! YUM
Mmm I think your picture looks delicious!! I wish i could have a bowl right now!! YUM
I LOVE this soup, too. I need to buy a ham soon so I can make it!
I LOVE this soup, too. I need to buy a ham soon so I can make it!
I think your photo looks wonderful and it reminds me of the soup my Mom used to make:)
I think your photo looks wonderful and it reminds me of the soup my Mom used to make:)