Description
Warm your soul with this hearty ham and bean soup, a comforting dish perfect for chilly days. Each spoonful offers a delightful blend of smoky ham, tender beans, and vibrant vegetables, making it an ideal meal for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, this classic recipe will surely become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 meaty ham hock
- 1 cup dried navy or great northern beans, soaked overnight
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 medium sweet onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse beans under cold water and soak them overnight in a large pot of water.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions until golden (about 5 minutes).
- Add diced carrots and celery along with the ham hock; stir for about 4 minutes until veggies soften.
- Pour in soaked beans and chicken broth; add bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer.
- Partially cover the pot and simmer for about 1 hour or until beans are tender, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed; remove bay leaves before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg