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Great Northern Beansin a Crock Pot

Recipe by Simple Cooking With Eric on YouTubeAdded 12 November 2026.

10 minutes to prep, 4 hours to cook. Hearty slow‑cooker Great Northern beans seasoned with salt, sugar, garlic powder, and a hint of red pepper, enriched by a splash of fried meat grease for depth. Perfect for a comforting, protein‑rich dinner on busy days.

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Method

  1. Rinse the dry Great Northern beans, removing any rocks or debris.

  2. Place the beans in the crock pot.

  3. Add the salt, sugar, crushed red pepper, and garlic powder.

  4. Stir in the fried meat grease to add flavor.

  5. Pour in the water and stir everything together.

  6. Set the crock pot to High and cook for about 4 hours, or on Low for 8–10 hours if preferred.

Tips while you cook

Rinse beans first
Rinse the dry beans to remove rocks or debris before placing them in the crock pot.
Mix seasonings evenly
Stir the salt, sugar, crushed red pepper, garlic powder, and fried meat grease into the water before cooking.
Adjust cooking time for texture
Use the High setting for about 4 hours for softer beans, or Low for 8–10 hours for firmer texture.

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