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Hearty Ham and Bean Soup: 7 Cozy Reasons to Try It

Hearty Ham and Bean Soup

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This Hearty Ham and Bean Soup is a filling dish perfect for cold days.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked ham, diced
  • 1 cup dried white beans, soaked overnight
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 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 soaked beans.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and add thyme and bay leaf.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 hours.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Remove bay leaf before serving.

Notes

  • Use leftover ham for quicker preparation.
  • Let the soup sit overnight for better flavor.
  • Freeze leftovers for later use.

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