Holiday Survival Food! Quick Navy Bean & Ham Stew for Busy In-Between Days 🤯

 

What You'll Need

 

• 1 (15 oz) can Navy Beans or beans of your choice
• 2 tablespoons Macadamia Nut Oil
• 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 1/4 cup carrots, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1–2 bay leaves
• 1/2 tablespoon celery seed or 1/4 cup celery, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Pam's Prep All Purpose Seasoning
• 1 tablespoon tomato sauce
• 3/4 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup cooked chopped ham or protein of choice (optional)
• 1 cup spinach or leafy greens of your choice

 

How to Make It

 

1. Sauté the Base:

• In a heavy bottom skillet, heat macadamia nut oil over medium heat.
• Add carrots, onion, and garlic and sauté until slightly tender, about 4 minutes.

 

2. Build the Stew:

• Add tomato sauce, navy beans (with liquid), chicken broth, celery or celery seeds, and Pam’s Prep All Purpose Seasoning.
• Stir to combine and bring to a boil.

 

3. Simmer:

• Reduce heat to medium low and add 1–2 bay leaves.
• Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.

 

4. Add Protein and Greens:

• After about 8 minutes, stir in the ham or other protein if using.
• Continue simmering for 2 more minutes.
• Add spinach and cook an additional 5 minutes, stirring continuously until wilted.

 

5. Serve:

• Remove from heat and serve warm. ENJOY!

 

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