Homestyle Ham and Bean Soup 🍲
Description: This hearty and comforting soup is a breeze to make and delivers a delicious homestyle flavor that will warm you up on even the coldest winter days. Whether you opt for fresh vegetables or canned, the result is equally satisfying, making it a versatile choice for a quick and easy meal.
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4-6
Ingredients:
- 1 can (about 15 ounces) great northern beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 potato, peeled and diced
- 1 carrot, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup cooked ham, diced
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup dried parsley flakes
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/4 – 1/2 teaspoon pepper, to taste
Instructions:
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Combine Ingredients: In a large kettle or Dutch oven, combine the drained and rinsed great northern beans, chicken broth, diced potatoes, sliced carrots, diced ham, chopped onion, dried parsley flakes, bay leaf, and pepper.
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Bring to Boil: Place the kettle over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
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Reduce Heat: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low to maintain a gentle simmer.
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Simmer: Cover the kettle with a lid and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the vegetables to become tender.
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Remove Bay Leaf: After 20 minutes, carefully remove the bay leaf from the soup.
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Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and serve immediately, garnishing with additional parsley flakes if desired.
Enjoy this comforting and delicious homestyle ham and bean soup with crusty bread or crackers for a satisfying meal that’s perfect for any day of the week!
