Description
Warm up your chilly evenings with this delightful White Bean and Ham Soup. Packed with savory ham, tender white beans, and colorful vegetables, this dish is a nostalgic classic that brings comfort in every spoonful. Perfect for using up leftover ham, it’s incredibly easy to prepare and will have everyone at the table asking for seconds. Indulge in the rich flavors and cozy aromas of this satisfying soup that is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup white beans (canned or soaked dried)
- 1 smoked ham hock (about 1 lb)
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 bay leaves
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery; sauté until onions are translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the smoked ham hock, white beans, and chicken broth; stir well.
- Toss in bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat and let it simmer uncovered for about 45 minutes until beans are tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed; remove bay leaves before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Substitute kale or spinach for added nutrition. Use different beans according to what you have on hand. For a thicker soup, mash some beans or blend a portion before serving.