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Great Northern Bean, Ham and Vegetable Chowder Recipe

This hearty Great Northern bean chowder recipe simmers soaked white beans with ham hocks, diced ham, and simple vegetables for a thick, comforting bowl. The steps keep it easy: soak, simmer, add veggies, then season and finish.

Great Northern Bean, Ham and Vegetable Chowder Recipe
Editorial Kitchen Archive
Prep480 min
Cook90 min
DifficultyMedium
ServingsServes 8
Energy-

Ingredients

Scale:8servings

Ingredients

Dried white beans (soaked and drained)
Ham hocks (2)
Diced ham (1 cup)
Onion, chopped
Carrot, diced
Green bell pepper, chopped
Granulated sugar
Salt
Cayenne pepper (1/4 measure; about 1/4 teaspoon)
Mace (1/2 teaspoon)
Chopped tomatoes

Step-by-Step Method

6-step method
01

Soak the beans

Rinse the dried white beans, cover with plenty of water, and soak for about 8 hours. Drain before cooking.

02

Start the simmer

Add drained beans and ham hocks to a large pot. Pour in enough water to cover by a few inches and bring to a boil.

03

Cook until tender

Reduce to a gentle simmer with the lid slightly ajar. Cook 60–75 minutes, skimming foam if needed, until the beans soften.

04

Add the vegetables

Stir in onion, carrot, and green pepper. Keep simmering 10–15 minutes so the veggies cook through.

05

Season and add tomatoes

Mix in diced ham and chopped tomatoes. Add sugar, salt, cayenne, and mace, then stir well so the flavors spread evenly.

06

Finish the chowder

Simmer 10–15 minutes more to thicken slightly. If it gets too thick, loosen with a splash of hot water, taste, and serve hot.

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