Name: Ham and White Bean Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 ham bone or 2 cups diced cooked ham; 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans, drained and rinsed; 1 medium onion, diced; 2 carrots, sliced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 6 cups chicken broth; 1 bay leaf; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; Salt and black pepper, to taste; Olive oil

Description

A hearty, comforting soup made with tender white beans, savory ham, and aromatic vegetables, perfect for cozy family meals.

Ingredients

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1 ham bone or 2 cups diced cooked ham
2 cans (15 oz each) white beans, drained and rinsed
1 medium onion, diced
2 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
6 cups chicken broth
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Olive oil

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Instructions

Sauté onion, carrots, and celery in olive oil until softened.
Add garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
Add ham, beans, broth, bay leaf, and thyme.
Simmer gently for 45–60 minutes.
Remove ham bone, shred meat, and return to soup.
Season to taste and remove bay leaf before serving.

Notes

Stores well for meal prep.

Flavor improves the next day.

Mash beans for thicker texture if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Simmering
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6
Calories: 320 per serving
Sugar: 4 g
Fat: 9 g