On top of a blue background, with bulbs of garlic and utensils around there is an aerial view of two white bowls filled with Great Northern beans with sprigs of greenery on top.

Great Northern Beans

On top of a blue background, with bulbs of garlic and utensils around there is an aerial view of two white bowls filled with Great Northern beans with sprigs of greenery on top.

Great Northern Beans

Creamy white beans simmered with smoky turkey ham.
 Healthy Food, Healthy Soul
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Soak Time 8 hours
Total Time 9 hours
Course Main Dishes, Sides
Cuisine American, Southern
Servings 12 Servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound dried Great Northern beans
  • 6 cups water
  • 1 cup low-sodium smoked turkey ham, diced
  • 1 cup onions, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sodium-free all-purpose seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup green pepper, diced
  • 1 cube no-sodium beef bouillon
  • 1 teaspoon salt substitute

Instructions
 

  • Sort beans and remove any shriveled beans, stones or debris. Rinse beans and pour into a large bowl. Fill with enough water to cover beans. Let soak overnight.
  • Drain water and transfer beans to large pot. Add water, turkey ham, onions, pepper, all-purpose seasoning, garlic, green pepper, beef bouillon, and salt substitute.
  • Simmer beans on low heat until tender, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5 cupCalories: 55calCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 4gFat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 110mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
Keyword Beans, Canned, Comfort Food, One Pot Meals, Slow Cooker
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