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bowl of ham and bean soup with chunks of ham, navy beans, carrots and celery. Garlic bread on side of bowl, garnishes with thyme sprig.

Ham and Bean Soup

Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: ham and bean soup, bean soup
Cook Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours
Servings: 10
Calories: 378kcal
Author: Laureen King
An exceptional recipe for Ham and Bean soup. Family favourite!
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Ingredients

  • 1 ham bone I leave meat on the bone while it cooks
  • 4 cups leftover ham
  • 2 cups dry navy beans
  • 2 cups celery chopped
  • 2 cups carrots chopped
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dry
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley or 1 tbsp. dry
  • ½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
  • 8-9 cups chicken stock
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for sautéing vegetables

Instructions

  • Prepare dried beans by soaking them in cold water for 8-10 hours, then drain and rinse. (I do this the night before).
  • In large pan heat oil and sauté celery, carrots, onions and garlic until tender.
  • Add chicken stock, ham bone and ham. Transfer to larger pot if necessary.
  • Add beans, parsley, thyme and pepper.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 2-3 hours.
  • Chop up large pieces of ham before serving

Notes

This recipe also work well in a slow cooker 6-8 hours on low.

Nutrition

Calories: 378kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 976mg | Potassium: 1017mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 4520IU | Vitamin C: 6.3mg | Calcium: 95mg | Iron: 3.5mg