Bob Evans Bean Soup Recipe
The Bob Evans Bean Soup Recipe is a true classic. It is warm, hearty, and very filling.
Ingredients
- 1 pound dried navy beans.
- 8 cups water or ham stock.
- 1 meaty ham bone.
- 1 cup diced cooked ham.
- 1 medium onion finely chopped.
- 2 stalks celery sliced thin.
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
- Salt and black pepper to taste.
Instructions
Soak the Beans
- Rinse your navy beans in cool water. Soak them in a bowl overnight. Drain the water the next morning.
Boil the Base
- Place beans and water in a large pot. Add the ham bone and chopped onion. Bring the liquid to a rolling boil.
Simmer Slowly
- Lower the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot with a tight lid. Cook for about two hours.
Add Extra Flavor
- Add the diced ham and sliced celery. Season with garlic powder and black pepper. Stir everything together gently.
Final Cook
- Simmer for thirty more minutes. The beans should be very soft. Remove the ham bone before serving.
Notes
- Use ham stock instead of water.
- Do not add salt until the end.
- Mash a few beans for extra thickness.
- Always use fresh, high-quality dried beans.
- Let the soup sit before eating.