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Hearty Ham and Bean Soup Recipe

Ham and Bean Soup

Welcome to the cozy world of Ham and Bean Soup! This hearty dish is not just a meal; it's a warm embrace in a bowl, perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Ham and Bean Soup
  • 1 lb dried navy beans rinsed and soaked overnight
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 2 stalks celery diced
  • 1 leaf bay
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 cups cooked ham diced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Equipment

  • Large Pot or Dutch Oven
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Colander

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Soak the dried navy beans overnight in water.
  2. Step 2: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  3. Step 3: Stir in minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until softened.
  4. Step 4: Add soaked and drained navy beans, bay leaf, dried thyme, and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 1 hour until beans are tender.
  5. Step 5: Stir in diced cooked ham and allow to cook for an additional 15 minutes.
  6. Step 6: Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Notes

This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months.