Patโs Bean Soup Recipe
Description: Transform your leftover baked ham into a heartwarming and flavorful bean soup. This recipe makes the most of a ham bone and leftover meat, creating a dish that is not only economical but deeply satisfying. The key to this soupโs rich flavor lies in its slow simmeringโallowing all the ingredients to meld together beautifully over time.
Category: One Dish Meal
Keywords: Beans, Ham, Soup, Leftovers
Ingredients:
- 1 ham bone (with some meat still attached)
- 1 cup ham, diced
- 1 cup great northern beans, dried
- 6-8 cups water
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) chopped tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 108
- Fat Content: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 10.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 20.2g
- Fiber Content: 6.2g
- Sugar Content: 2.6g
- Protein Content: 6.9g
Instructions:
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Prepare the Beans: Begin by rinsing the dried great northern beans under cold running water. Drain them well and set aside.
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Initial Cooking: In a large pot, combine the rinsed beans with 6 to 8 cups of water. Bring this mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the beans simmer for approximately 30 minutes.
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Add Ham and Aromatics: After the beans have simmered for 30 minutes, introduce the chopped onion, minced garlic, diced ham, and the ham bone to the pot. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
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Simmering Phase: Continue to simmer the soup for another 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to begin melding.
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Incorporate Tomatoes and Vinegar: Add the canned chopped tomatoes along with their juices and the cider vinegar into the pot. Stir well and bring the mixture back to a boil.
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Long Simmer: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let the soup simmer for a total of 6 hours, stirring occasionally. The longer you let the soup cook, the more intense and delicious the flavors will become.
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Final Touches: After 6 hours of simmering, taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot and enjoy the hearty, comforting flavors of this bean soup.
Notes: The rich, smoky flavor from the ham bone infuses the beans with a deep, savory taste. If you find the soup too thick as it cooks, you can add additional water to reach your desired consistency. This soup is perfect for making ahead and freezes well for future meals.
Enjoy your delicious and nourishing Patโs Bean Soup, perfect for warming up on a chilly day or for utilizing those leftover holiday ham bits! ๐ฅฃ๐ฒ๐ค
