Hillbilly Bean Soup Recipe

Warm up with this hearty Hillbilly Bean Soup, perfect for chilly fall and winter evenings! This comforting classic is packed with flavor and is easily customizable to your liking. Serve with crusty breadsticks and a fresh salad for a complete and satisfying meal. Get ready for a taste of down-home deliciousness!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 255 mins

Calories 323 kcal

Protein 8g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Hillbilly Bean Soup

1 lb dry 7 bean mix
10 cups water
1 ham bone (with some meat on it)
1 bay leaf
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1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
2 carrots, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped, or other fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
1 teaspoon liquid smoke (optional)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce

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How to Make Hillbilly Bean Soup

Rinse the dried beans thoroughly and soak them in cold water for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine the soaked beans, ham hock, onion, celery, carrots, and garlic.
Add vegetable broth, tomato paste, bay leaves, salt, pepper, and liquid smoke (if using).
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2-2.5 hours, or until the beans are tender. Add more broth if needed to maintain a good consistency.
Remove the ham hock from the pot and let it cool slightly. Shred the meat and discard the bone and skin.
Stir the shredded ham back into the soup.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs (optional), and accompanied by crusty breadsticks and a side salad.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

254g

Fat

Carbs

27g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Hillbilly Bean Soup?

Hillbilly Bean Soup takes about 275 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 255 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Hillbilly Bean Soup?

Hillbilly Bean Soup has approximately 323 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 27 g carbohydrates and 2 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Hillbilly Bean Soup?

The key ingredients for Hillbilly Bean Soup are 7 Bean Mix, Water, Ham Bone, Bay Leaf, Hot Chili Peppers, Mixed Herbs. See the full list with measurements above.