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Ham and Bean Soup

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A comforting, hearty ham and bean soup perfect for cold evenings, made with smoked ham and slow-simmered beans.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups dried white beans
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound smoked ham, diced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Rinse the dried beans well. Cover them with plenty of water and soak overnight. Drain before using.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Add diced smoked ham and cook for 2–3 minutes to warm and release flavor.
  5. Add soaked beans, chicken broth, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat to low, cover partially, and simmer gently for 1½ to 2 hours, or until beans are tender and soup has thickened.
  7. Remove bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
  8. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot.

Notes

For convenience, use canned white beans and reduce simmer time. For a gluten-free version, ensure chicken broth is labeled gluten-free.

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