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Hearty Ham and White Bean Soup Recipe Easy and Delicious

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This Hearty Ham and White Bean Soup is a warm, flavorful dish perfect for chilly evenings. Made with tender white beans, savory ham, and fresh vegetables, it offers comforting taste with simple ingredients. Enjoy a soulful American classic that’s easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ham bone or 2 cups diced ham
  • 2 cups dried white beans soaked overnight
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 2 celery stalks chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Warm oil in a large pot over medium heat and gently cook onion, carrots, celery, and garlic until they’re soft.
  2. Add the ham bone or diced ham along with the soaked white beans to the pot.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and mix in thyme, salt, and pepper.
  4. Bring the soup to a boil then lower the heat to let it simmer for 1 to 2 hours until the beans become tender.
  5. Remove the ham bone if used, shred any meat from it, add back to the soup, adjust seasoning as needed, and serve warm.

Notes

  • For a thicker texture, mash some of the beans against the pot’s side
  • Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days

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