This was delicious! I added more liquid and a can of diced tomatoes. It was even better on the second day. A great meal with some hearty bread or a grilled cheese sandwich.
Hi Brianna, I haven’t tried this myself, but similar recipes online call for about 35 minutes and a full natural release. I’m not sure if the liquid level would need to be adjusted, as some of it does evaporate in the slow cooker. If you decide to experiment, I’d love to hear how it goes.
Erin, this was delicious! I love making ham and bean soup with a left over honey baked ham bone. I’ve never made it in a slow cooker with dried beans, so I thought that I’d try it. My biggest mistake was the honey baked ham bone was too large for the crock pot and I tried using two bags of beans. Once I tried getting this huge recipe into the crock pot, it was over flowing. I ended up having to put it into my big stock pot. I boiled it and then simmered it on low all night. I also didn’t add any water. I used all chicken and vegetable stock. I threw the ham flavor packets away and used your seasonings. I added the potatoes in as well as the red wine vinegar in the am and gave it a simmer until the potatoes were cooked. I had to add a little bit of the better than bouillon ham base to it for a little more flavor. Needless to say, this was the best soup I’ve made. And I usually make great bean soup. I can’t wait to scale it back the next time that I have honey baked ham and do it in the slow cooker. What a great easy recipe to follow but make sure that you don’t try doubling it. I just couldn’t let that huge ham bone go to waste. I’ll review again next time that I make it and try the slow cooker. Thanks again for adding an incredible recipe to my favorite go to site. Happy Thanksgiving, Erin.
Hands down the best ham and bean soup I have ever made. We ended up with more leftover ham than usual for Easter this year due to social distancing and I was so happy to find this recipe! I could only find dried pinto beans at store, but it still turned out wonderful! Thank you for creating such delicious and balanced recipes. Can’t wait to get the cookbook, I have pre-ordered it! Happy Cooking!
This looks wonderful,,and as a fan of ham and bean soups of all sorts I am looking forward to making this recipe,,especially in the crockpot. However i have a tomatoes allergy in my home,,is there anything I should add to sub for the tomatoes? Or just omit and carry on. Thank you !
Hi Patricia! I only tested the recipe with tomatoes, but you could experiment without them. Since they provide liquid as well as flavor, you may want to add a splash more broth. If you decide to play around with it, I’d love to hear how it goes!
I love it when I get inspired by a recipe I wasn’t even looking for! I had a leftover ham bone in the freezer and dried pinto beans in the pantry so it seemed like an easy choice for dinner. Paired perfectly with the rosemary cheddar cornbread from the cookbook and this dinner was everything I hoped it would be!! Well Plated is always a a favorite in this house!
I made this soup yesterday with the ham leftover from Easter dinner. I could not find the brand of beans in the recipe, but I found another 16 bean variety- it did not contain a flavor packet. I added diced carrots and celery and 2 bay leaves to the soup. It turned out delicious. I topped with some shredded cheddar and a dollop of sour cream. This recipe was a winner and easy to prepare.
This soup is awesome. First time cooking with beans, so this was all new. The combination of everything with the sweetness of the left over Easter ham is amazing and so filling. Almost better than the Easter meal. Thanks for providing the recipes and encouragement that push me to try new things.
8 hours on low in the crockpot and beans are still hard. Crockpot on high now, but I’m afraid everything else is going to turn to mush. I was so looking forward to this for dinner.
I’m sorry to hear that you had trouble with the recipe, Karen. The method and timing has worked well for myself (and others) but I know how frustrating it can be to try a new recipe and not have it work out, so I really wish you would’ve enjoyed it!
Hi Erin! This sounds so DELISH and I’m ready to make it!
If I’m using canned beans, only bc that’s what I have and I wont have to go to the store :), Do they still go in at the beginning? I’m afraid they will be mush after 7 hours.
Thank you :)
Hi Bella! I actually included a whole section in this post on how to make the soup with canned beans. There are a few steps that you’ll need to do to use them. So I am going to point you back there. Hope this helps!
Hi Erin, thank you, I saw this *post but I still don’t think I’m sure when to add canned beans. I’m guessing at the start since you don’t say differently and shorten cook time by an hour or two??? I’ve done that before with another recipe and they were mush at the end.
*Here is How to Make Slow Cooker Ham and Bean Soup with Canned Beans:
While dried beans are 100% my recommendation here (see section above), if you absolutely must make this recipe with canned beans:
Omit the water. Canned beans won’t absorb it the way dried beans do.
Add three (15-ounce) cans of rinsed, drained beans of your choice (pinto, navy, great northern, etc.) or a mix.
Cook on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours or LOW for 6 to 8 hours.
I really need the answer to this question but it keeps telling me that I’ve already submitted the question??? I’ll try it this way…
Hi Erin! This sounds so DELISH and I’m ready to make it!
If I’m using canned beans, only bc that’s what I have and I wont have to go to the store :), Do they still go in at the beginning? I’m afraid they will be mush after 7 hours.
Thank you :)
Delicious! I went through the pantry and pulled out ingredients. I started out making a basic ham and bean soup then I saw this recipe. I am so glad I saw it in time to add in the other ingredients. My son asked to take some for lunch today. This will be a great dinner. I will keep this recipe handy for future meal plans.
Omg this is some of the best stuff I’ve ever put in my mouth! I used a ham bone I’ve had in the freezer and been saving for just the right recipe. Makes a LOT and will have plenty of leftovers which I’m excited about. What a great recipe with some cornbread muffins. It’s a keeper! Thanks!!
This was my first time making ham and bean soup from scratch and I’m happy with how it turned out! The smoked paprika and chili powder added just enough flavor without overwhelming the rest of the ingredients. I did have to adjust the salt at the end for my preference but overall I enjoyed making this soup. Thank you so much for sharing!
What a delicious and hearty soup. Simple prep and ingredients….what’s not to love! I followed the recipe exactly and would not make any changes to it. It was very smoky flavored. I purchased a ham bone from my local grocer. The ham fell off the bone after cooking for several hours on high. I served the soup with cornbread right from the oven.
This was delicious! I added more liquid and a can of diced tomatoes. It was even better on the second day. A great meal with some hearty bread or a grilled cheese sandwich.
Hooray! I’m glad you enjoyed it, Nova. Thanks for taking the time to share this review too.
I love making soup with ham. I usually make it with split peas, but I love the use of pinto or navy beans making it so hearty.
Thanks so much, Nova!
You didn’t mention when to add the diced potatoes. I’m sure you’ll want to change that.
Thanks for pointing that out, Marni. It’s now updated.
I want to make this in the pressure cooker to cut the time a lot. Do you know of how to do that?
Hi Brianna, I haven’t tried this myself, but similar recipes online call for about 35 minutes and a full natural release. I’m not sure if the liquid level would need to be adjusted, as some of it does evaporate in the slow cooker. If you decide to experiment, I’d love to hear how it goes.
Erin, this was delicious! I love making ham and bean soup with a left over honey baked ham bone. I’ve never made it in a slow cooker with dried beans, so I thought that I’d try it. My biggest mistake was the honey baked ham bone was too large for the crock pot and I tried using two bags of beans. Once I tried getting this huge recipe into the crock pot, it was over flowing. I ended up having to put it into my big stock pot. I boiled it and then simmered it on low all night. I also didn’t add any water. I used all chicken and vegetable stock. I threw the ham flavor packets away and used your seasonings. I added the potatoes in as well as the red wine vinegar in the am and gave it a simmer until the potatoes were cooked. I had to add a little bit of the better than bouillon ham base to it for a little more flavor. Needless to say, this was the best soup I’ve made. And I usually make great bean soup. I can’t wait to scale it back the next time that I have honey baked ham and do it in the slow cooker. What a great easy recipe to follow but make sure that you don’t try doubling it. I just couldn’t let that huge ham bone go to waste. I’ll review again next time that I make it and try the slow cooker. Thanks again for adding an incredible recipe to my favorite go to site. Happy Thanksgiving, Erin.
Thank you for taking the time to share this kind review and your adaptations, Diane! I’m so happy to hear that this recipe was a hit!
I have made this a few times and it’s so hearty and filling – I love it. It’s very flavorful. I will be making it again with leftover Christmas ham!!
Thank you for taking the time to share this kind review, Jaime! I’m so happy to hear that this recipe was a hit!
Hands down the best ham and bean soup I have ever made. We ended up with more leftover ham than usual for Easter this year due to social distancing and I was so happy to find this recipe! I could only find dried pinto beans at store, but it still turned out wonderful! Thank you for creating such delicious and balanced recipes. Can’t wait to get the cookbook, I have pre-ordered it! Happy Cooking!
THANK YOU for your kind words and support, Katie! I’m so happy to hear that you enjoyed this recipe!
This looks wonderful,,and as a fan of ham and bean soups of all sorts I am looking forward to making this recipe,,especially in the crockpot. However i have a tomatoes allergy in my home,,is there anything I should add to sub for the tomatoes? Or just omit and carry on. Thank you !
Hi Patricia! I only tested the recipe with tomatoes, but you could experiment without them. Since they provide liquid as well as flavor, you may want to add a splash more broth. If you decide to play around with it, I’d love to hear how it goes!
I love it when I get inspired by a recipe I wasn’t even looking for! I had a leftover ham bone in the freezer and dried pinto beans in the pantry so it seemed like an easy choice for dinner. Paired perfectly with the rosemary cheddar cornbread from the cookbook and this dinner was everything I hoped it would be!! Well Plated is always a a favorite in this house!
I’m so happy that you enjoyed them both, Sophia! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
I made this soup yesterday with the ham leftover from Easter dinner. I could not find the brand of beans in the recipe, but I found another 16 bean variety- it did not contain a flavor packet. I added diced carrots and celery and 2 bay leaves to the soup. It turned out delicious. I topped with some shredded cheddar and a dollop of sour cream. This recipe was a winner and easy to prepare.
I’m so happy that you enjoyed it, Anne! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
This soup is awesome. First time cooking with beans, so this was all new. The combination of everything with the sweetness of the left over Easter ham is amazing and so filling. Almost better than the Easter meal. Thanks for providing the recipes and encouragement that push me to try new things.
Hi Brian! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
8 hours on low in the crockpot and beans are still hard. Crockpot on high now, but I’m afraid everything else is going to turn to mush. I was so looking forward to this for dinner.
I’m sorry to hear that you had trouble with the recipe, Karen. The method and timing has worked well for myself (and others) but I know how frustrating it can be to try a new recipe and not have it work out, so I really wish you would’ve enjoyed it!
My husband wanted seconds! I didn’t have fresh herbs but it was still very good. Made cornbread with it. Thank you!
Hi Marta! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
Hi Erin! This sounds so DELISH and I’m ready to make it!
If I’m using canned beans, only bc that’s what I have and I wont have to go to the store :), Do they still go in at the beginning? I’m afraid they will be mush after 7 hours.
Thank you :)
Hi Bella! I actually included a whole section in this post on how to make the soup with canned beans. There are a few steps that you’ll need to do to use them. So I am going to point you back there. Hope this helps!
Hi Erin, thank you, I saw this *post but I still don’t think I’m sure when to add canned beans. I’m guessing at the start since you don’t say differently and shorten cook time by an hour or two??? I’ve done that before with another recipe and they were mush at the end.
*Here is How to Make Slow Cooker Ham and Bean Soup with Canned Beans:
While dried beans are 100% my recommendation here (see section above), if you absolutely must make this recipe with canned beans:
Omit the water. Canned beans won’t absorb it the way dried beans do.
Add three (15-ounce) cans of rinsed, drained beans of your choice (pinto, navy, great northern, etc.) or a mix.
Cook on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours or LOW for 6 to 8 hours.
Thanks again.
Hi Bella! Correct, you’ll add the beans in Step 1. The time will depend on if you are cooking it on high or low but you see that in the notes. Enjoy!
I really need the answer to this question but it keeps telling me that I’ve already submitted the question??? I’ll try it this way…
Hi Erin! This sounds so DELISH and I’m ready to make it!
If I’m using canned beans, only bc that’s what I have and I wont have to go to the store :), Do they still go in at the beginning? I’m afraid they will be mush after 7 hours.
Thank you :)
Delicious! I went through the pantry and pulled out ingredients. I started out making a basic ham and bean soup then I saw this recipe. I am so glad I saw it in time to add in the other ingredients. My son asked to take some for lunch today. This will be a great dinner. I will keep this recipe handy for future meal plans.
Great to hear, thank you Michelle!
I am not sure my slow cooker is big enough. Do you have a recommendation for how long to cook this stovetop?
Hi Jen, I haven’t tried it myself but I feel like the timing should be close to this recipe: https://www.wellplated.com/15-bean-soup/ Hope this helps!
Omg this is some of the best stuff I’ve ever put in my mouth! I used a ham bone I’ve had in the freezer and been saving for just the right recipe. Makes a LOT and will have plenty of leftovers which I’m excited about. What a great recipe with some cornbread muffins. It’s a keeper! Thanks!!
Yay! So glad to hear, Sarah! Thank you!
This was my first time making ham and bean soup from scratch and I’m happy with how it turned out! The smoked paprika and chili powder added just enough flavor without overwhelming the rest of the ingredients. I did have to adjust the salt at the end for my preference but overall I enjoyed making this soup. Thank you so much for sharing!
So happy to hear, Korina! Thank you!
What a delicious and hearty soup. Simple prep and ingredients….what’s not to love! I followed the recipe exactly and would not make any changes to it. It was very smoky flavored. I purchased a ham bone from my local grocer. The ham fell off the bone after cooking for several hours on high. I served the soup with cornbread right from the oven.
YUM Nicole, so glad to hear it was a hit!!