Crock Pot White Beans
Transform humble pantry staples into a hearty, comforting dish with this Crock Pot White Beans recipe. Featuring tender, creamy white beans slow-cooked to perfection with aromatic garlic, sautéed onion, and fresh herbs like thyme and bay leaf, this dish is a flavor-packed marvel that requires minimal effort. The optional addition of carrot and celery lends a subtle depth to the broth, while olive oil enhances its richness. Perfect as a warm side dish or a satisfying main course when paired with crusty bread or rice, this fuss-free recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or relaxed weekend cooking. With easy prep, a hands-off cooking process, and leftovers that store beautifully, this crock pot favorite is a go-to for nourishing comfort meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Dried white beans (such as Great Northern or Navy beans)
- 6 cups Vegetable broth or chicken broth
- 1 large Yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 leaf Bay leaf
- 3 sprigs Fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 medium Carrot, diced (optional for additional flavor)
- 1 stalk Celery, diced (optional for additional flavor)
Instructions
Rinse the dried white beans thoroughly under cold water and remove any debris or broken beans.
Place the beans in a large bowl and cover them with water. Soak them overnight (8-12 hours). Drain and rinse the beans thoroughly before cooking.
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened, then add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Transfer the soaked beans to the crock pot. Add the sautéed onion and garlic, diced carrot and celery (if using), broth, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Cover the crock pot with the lid, set it to low heat, and cook for 8 hours, or until the beans are tender and creamy.
Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more salt and pepper if needed.
Remove the bay leaf and thyme sprigs before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy as a main course with crusty bread or rice. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1715 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.1 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5705 mg | 248% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 313.3 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 76.9 g | 275% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.2 g | ||
| Protein | 112.6 g | 225% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1252 mg | 96% | |
| Iron | 27.5 mg | 153% | |
| Potassium | 9453 mg | 201% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
