Northern Beans with Smoked Ham
This Northern beans with smoked ham recipe combines tender dry great Northern beans with flavorful smoked ham, diced onion, a hint of sweetness from brown sugar, and a blend of aromatic spices, creating a comforting and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
| 1 | pound dry great Northern beans |
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| 1/2 | pound cooked ham, diced |
| 1 | small onion, diced |
| 1/2 | cup brown sugar |
| 1 | tablespoon dried parsley |
| 1/4 | teaspoon cayenne pepper |
| 6 | water, or as needed to cover |
| salt and pepper to taste |
Instructions
| 1. | Begin by preparing the beans. Rinse the dry great Northern beans and transfer them to a large stockpot. Cover the beans with cold water and allow them to soak overnight or for a minimum of 8 hours. After soaking, drain and rinse the beans thoroughly. |
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| 2. | In the same stockpot, return the soaked beans and add the cooked diced ham, finely diced onion, brown sugar, dried parsley, and a pinch of cayenne pepper. Pour in enough water to completely cover the ingredients and season generously with salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and allow it to simmer until the beans are tender, which typically takes about 1 1/2 to 2 hours. If necessary, add more water during cooking to ensure the beans remain covered. |
Published on Jul 18, 2024 by Luminița