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Old-Fashioned Ham and Bean Soup: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe

Ingredients

  • – 1 lb dried navy beans
  • – 1 tbsp olive oil
  • – 1 medium onion, chopped
  • – 2 carrots, diced
  • – 2 celery stalks, diced
  • – 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • – 1 bay leaf
  • – 1 tsp dried thyme
  • – 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • – 1 lb ham hock or diced ham
  • – 8 cups chicken broth (or water)
  • – 1 cup diced tomatoes (optional)
  • – Salt to taste
  • – Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Creating Old-Fashioned Ham and Bean Soup is simple when you follow these steps:
  2. Rinse the dried navy beans under cold water. Soak them in plenty of water overnight, or use the quick-soak method by boiling them for 2 minutes, then letting them sit for 1 hour.
  3. Chop the onion, carrots, celery, and mince the garlic.
  4. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5–7 minutes until they soften. Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  5. id=”instruction-step-5″>4. Add the Beans and Spices: Drain and rinse the soaked beans. Add them to the pot along with the bay leaf, thyme, black pepper, and diced ham.
  6. id=”instruction-step-6″>5. Pour in the Liquid: Add the chicken broth (or water) to the pot, ensuring the beans are covered. If desired, add the diced tomatoes for added flavor.
  7. id=”instruction-step-7″>6. Simmer the Soup: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 1–1.5 hours, or until the beans are tender.
  8. =”instruction-step-8″>7. Check the Consistency: If the soup is too thick, add more broth or water to achieve your desired consistency.
  9. =”instruction-step-9″>8. Season to Taste: Remove the bay leaf, taste the soup, and adjust the salt and pepper as needed.
  10. =”instruction-step-10″>9. Serve Hot: Ladle the hot soup into bowls.
  11. =”instruction-step-11″>10. Garnish: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top for a touch of color and freshness. By following these steps, you can whip up a delicious pot of Old-Fashioned Ham and Bean Soup that brings warmth and satisfaction to your table.
  • Author: Dorothy Miler