Ham and Bean Stew

Ham and Bean Stew is a hearty, comforting dish typically made with a meaty ham bone or ham hock, white beans like navy or great northern beans, and a mirepoix of onions, carrots, and celery. This rustic stew is a staple in American and European home cooking, especially popular as a way to use leftover holiday ham.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This stew is a balanced meal, offering a good mix of protein from the ham and beans, complex carbohydrates from the beans, and moderate fat. It's an excellent source of fiber, iron, and B vitamins, with a typical serving containing around 300-400 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	280 kcal
Protein	18 g
Carbs	30 g
Fat	9 g
Fiber	8 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	950 mg
Potassium	600 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Vitamin C	8 mg
Calcium	80 mg
Vitamin A	45 mcg RAE
Thiamin (B1)	0.3 mg
Niacin (B3)	4 mg
Phosphorus	200 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a classic 'peasant food' or 'poor man's meal' that transforms simple, inexpensive ingredients into a nourishing feast. Nutritionally, the combination of ham and beans creates a complete protein, and the high fiber content makes it exceptionally satisfying and good for digestive health.