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Holiday Ham and Bean Soup

A comforting and hearty soup made with ham, white beans, and a blend of vegetables and spices, perfect for cozy winter evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine American, Comfort Food
Servings 6 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 1 pound Ham steak Diced for the soup.
  • 2 cans Canned white beans Rinsed and drained.
  • 1 large Onion Chopped.
  • 2 medium Carrots Chopped.
  • 2 stalks Celery Chopped.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.

Spices and seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme Or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme.
  • 1 bay leaf Bay leaf

Liquid

  • 4 cups Chicken broth Or vegetable stock for a lighter flavor.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Chop your onions, carrots, celery, and garlic.
  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add the chopped vegetables and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Cooking

  • Add the diced ham steak to the pot and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the canned white beans and add enough chicken broth to cover the mixture.
  • Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and bay leaf. Stir well.
  • Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 30 minutes.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary before serving.

Notes

This soup is perfect with crusty bread or a simple salad. Feel free to add fresh herbs for extra flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2g
Keyword Comfort Food, Family Recipe, Ham and Bean Soup, Hearty Soup, Winter Soup
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