White Beans and Ham

Name: White Beans and Ham
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 120 min
Total time: 135 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 large yellow onion, diced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 1 medium green bell pepper, diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning; 1 lb dried Great Northern beans, soaked; 1 lb smoked ham shank; 6 cups chicken broth; 2 bay leaves

Tender white beans simmered with smoked ham shank and Cajun aromatics for a rich and hearty dish.

135 minEasyServes 6380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
1 large yellow onion, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
1 medium green bell pepper, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
1 lb dried Great Northern beans, soaked
1 lb smoked ham shank
6 cups chicken broth
2 bay leaves

Instructions

1

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat.
2

Add 1 large diced yellow onion, 2 diced celery stalks, and 1 medium diced green bell pepper, cooking for 6 minutes until softened.
3

Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
4

Add 1 lb soaked dried Great Northern beans, 1 lb smoked ham shank, 2 bay leaves, and 6 cups chicken broth to the pot.
5

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer covered for 90 minutes until beans are tender.
6

Remove 1 lb smoked ham shank, shred meat from the bone, check internal temperature reaches 145°F, and return meat to the pot.
7

Discard 2 bay leaves and mash a few beans against the side of the pot to thicken before serving.

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Questions

How long does White Beans and Ham take?

As written, 135 minutes: 15 of prep and 120 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 5 (1 hour 30 minutes): "Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer covered for 90 minutes until beans are tender."

What internal temperature should White Beans and Ham reach?

For White Beans and Ham, the target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 6. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

What can I use instead of Cajun seasoning in White Beans and Ham?

The entry for White Beans and Ham calls for 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning. In its place: Two parts paprika to one part each of garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, oregano and cayenne, with salt.

How much protein is in White Beans and Ham?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) has 28 g of protein in about 380 calories, alongside 42 g carbohydrate and 10 g fat, plus 12 g fiber and 850 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein dinner collection.

How do I store and reheat White Beans and Ham?

Refrigerate what is left of White Beans and Ham within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

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