White Bean and Ham Soup Recipe
A comforting and hearty ham and bean soup perfect for a cozy dinner. Prepared on the stovetop with minimal effort, it pairs wonderfully with homemade cornbread.
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Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked diced ham
- 3 stalks of celery chopped
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 20 ounces dried Great Northern beans
- 2 teaspoons ground pepper
- 1 medium sweet onion diced
- 8 cups water
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 2 carrots diced
Instructions
- Rinse the dried Great Northern beans, discarding any debris or stones. Set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add the diced onion, celery, and carrots, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds.
- Pour in the water and mix in the Italian seasoning. Add the prepared beans to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover with a lid and cook for approximately 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes, until the beans are nearly tender.
- Stir in the cooked ham, salt, and ground pepper. Continue to simmer for 30 to 60 minutes, or until the beans are completely cooked through.
- Adjust the soup's consistency by adding more water or chicken stock if needed. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper as desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy alongside your favorite cornbread or crusty bread.
Notes
For a richer flavor, substitute chicken stock for some or all of the water.