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Comfort Food Ham and Bean Soup 5 Steps to Heartwarming Bliss

Comfort Food Ham and Bean Soup

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A hearty and comforting ham and bean soup perfect for chilly days.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ham, diced
  • 1 cup dried white beans, soaked overnight
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, sauté onion, carrots, and celery until soft.
  2. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  3. Stir in the ham and cook for another 2 minutes.
  4. Add soaked beans, chicken broth, bay leaf, and thyme.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until beans are tender.
  6. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Remove bay leaf before serving.

Notes

  • Use leftover ham for extra flavor.
  • This soup freezes well.
  • Adjust seasoning according to taste.

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