Prep time: 10 mins | Cook time: 5 hrs | Total time: 5 hrs 10 mins | Yield: 6 servings
If you are searching for a filling dish, this Northern classic is a must! It is made with just four ingredients in your crockpot. All you need to do is dump everything in your crockpot and set it to cook. It is a no-fuss dish that you can whip up at any time.
This Great Northern Beans is a high-protein, very versatile, filing, and comforting meal. You can serve this by itself or add them to soups. This is also great to enjoy cold in a salad or as a dip.
INGREDIENTS :
- 1½ pounds ham shank, chopped in big chunks
- 1 small onion-diced water, enough to cover beans
- 16 ounces package of dried northern beans
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ⅓ c. light brown sugar
DIRECTIONS :
Step 1: Sort out the beans for pebbles and rinse them under running water.
Step 2: Into the crockpot, add the rinsed beans, chopped ham shank, salt, and pepper. Pour in the onion-diced water, covering the ingredients in the crockpot.
Step 3: Put the lid on and set it to cook for 2 hours on high. Adjust the setting to low and cook for additional 3 hours or until the beans are tender.
Step 4: Remove the ham shanks from the pot and skin the meat, and remove the bones.
Step 5: Place the meat (ONLY) in the crockpot. Add the brown sugar and gently mix until the brown sugar is well blended.
Step 6: Serve the Great Northern Beans immediately. Enjoy!
Tips:
- In an airtight container, keep any leftovers and store them in the fridge for up to 4 to 5 days. When ready to serve, reheat the leftovers in the microwave at medium power or in a saucepan on medium heat on the stove.
- Or enjoy this Great Northern Beans cold in a salad or as a dip.
