A simple THM E turkey ham and beans skillet meal that is made in under 15 minutes. Perfect for busy work week meals.
Why are E meals hard? They don’t have to be, but you need a good list of easy, “go to” E meals. This ham and beans THM E meal uses lean turkey ham to stay within the fat limit of an E Meal and you can put it together in less than 15 minutes.
Another easy E meal to add to your list is this No Sugar Added Baked Georgia Peach Oatmeal.
We often eat these beansfor an easy lunch or a light dinner. I love it because not only is it quick, it is also cheap.
The turkey ham will last us multiple meals and the beans are usually less than .60 a can. So for less than $2-$3 (depending on how much ham you use), I can feed 2 adults and a child lunch. Now try to tell me Trim Healthy Mama costs too much! I love finding ways to eat healthy and cheap!
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Ham and Beans THM E Meal
If you are from the South, a big pot of beans with a huge ham hock simmering all day is something you probably grew up watching your mama or grandmama stirring on Sunday. It is simple comfort food.
I took that memory and modified it a little to meet the THM E meal guidelines. Now I can have (turkey) ham and beans in a healthy carb setting without all the added fat.
Since the turkey ham is already cooked, you are really just warming up your ingredients. Quick and easy.
Dice the ham and turn your burner to medium/low. Spray the pan with non-stick spray and add your ham. In a separate pot, add your beans on medium/low to simmer.
Cook the turkey ham until you get the pieces browned.
Transfer the turkey ham into the pot with your beans. Add in the seasoning and cook for about 5 more minutes to allow the flavors to merry together. The seasonings just amp up the flavor of this simple ham and beans THM E Meal.
Serve that easy ham and beans THM E meal up to your family. My 4 year old & 8 month old both eat this with no complaints. Winner Winner ham and beans THM E meal dinner!
| Cook Time | 10 minutes |
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- 1 can White Northern Beans
- 4 oz Lean Turkey Ham
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp parsley
- salt/pepper To Taste
Ingredients
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- Dice the turkey ham into the desired bite size pieces. Open can of beans and place them into a pot to simmer on medium/low (do not drain). Spray a second skillet and add diced ham. Brown the turkey ham on medium low. This step isn't necessary but it adds a nice flavor to the dish. Add the browned turkey ham to the beans. Add in seasonings and simmer for 5 minutes or so to meld the flavors.
The only thing that would make this better is a big chunk of crusty cornbread. I may just have to try a Trim Healthy Mama cornbread soon. Did you grow up eating ham and beans?
Robin says
I just switched the serving amount in the recipe above and it changed all the ingredients amounts. I love that feature. Can’t wait to try this for family. Looks great.
Adrienne says
I added diced onions to the ham and then added them to the beans.
Stacy Craft says
That sounds great! My husband despises onions but I love them!
Amy says
I made this with sautéed onions and subbed black-eyed peas for the white northern beans and it was delish! Took me back to the few years I lived in the South.
Stacy Craft says
Sounds great!
Dawn R Dalton says
Begginer here….I see turkey ham is an “S” and beans are a “E”.. is it because of the amount of ham??
Stacy Craft says
The turkey ham that I use works in an E just as long as you eat the serving size and don’t add any extra fat anywhere else.
Kimberly Byers says
Any other suggestions for Turkey ham. I can’t find it anywhere!
Stacy Craft says
I normally find it at Kroger. You could try a turkey sausage but watch the fat and serving size to avoid a cross over.