Description
A hearty and comforting soup made with ham, beans, and vegetables, perfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked ham, diced
- 1 pound dried white beans (like navy or great northern)
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Rinse and soak the beans overnight or use the quick-soak method.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened.
- Add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in the diced ham, drained beans, chicken broth, water, bay leaf, and thyme.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until beans are tender.
- Remove bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh herbs.
Notes
- Use a ham bone for extra flavor if available.
- Soup thickens as it sits; add more broth or water if needed when reheating.
- Can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freezes well for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 35mg