Ham And Bean Soup

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A hearty, rustic stew combining salty ham hocks with creamy beans and aromatic vegetables.
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This comforting Ham and Bean Soup is the ultimate cozy meal for chilly evenings. It builds a rich, savory broth by simmering diced ham with sweet onions, crisp celery, and finely grated carrots until the flavors meld together perfectly. The addition of Great Northern beans adds a creamy texture that thickens the soup naturally, creating a satisfying and hearty consistency without heavy cream. It’s a simple, home-style dish that tastes like a warm hug in a bowl. Perfect for using up leftover ham from holidays or just because, this soup is easy to prepare and even better when reheated the next day. Serve it with crusty bread for soaking up every delicious drop of the flavorful broth.

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Ham And Bean Soup

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 197.8

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This comforting Ham and Bean Soup is the ultimate cozy meal for chilly evenings. It builds a rich, savory broth by simmering diced ham with sweet onions, crisp celery, and finely grated carrots until the flavors meld together perfectly. The addition of Great Northern beans adds a creamy texture that thickens the soup naturally, creating a satisfying and hearty consistency without heavy cream. It&# 226;ÂÂs a simple, home-style dish that tastes like a warm hug in a bowl. Perfect for using up leftover ham from holidays or just because, this soup is easy to prepare and even better when reheated the next day. Serve it with crusty bread for soaking up every delicious drop of the flavorful broth.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Dice the onion, chop the celery stick, and grate the carrot finely.
  2. In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, combine the diced ham, onion, celery, and grated carrot.
  3. Add enough water to cover the ingredients by about two inches.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Stir in the two 16-ounce cans of Great Northern beans (drained and rinsed).
  6. Continue cooking uncovered for another 15 minutes until the beans are heated through and the soup is slightly thickened.
  7. Season with salt, pepper, and optional hot peppers or ketchup to taste before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 197.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.4g7%
Saturated Fat 1.4g7%
Cholesterol 57.6mg20%
Sodium 1594.5mg67%
Total Carbohydrate 6.9g3%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g6%
Sugars 3.9g
Protein 30.7g62%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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