Ham And Red Bean Soup Recipe

Name: Ham And Red Bean Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 leeks mediums, green tops and ends cut off and discarded, washed well and sliced thinly; 4 sprigs thyme; 1 bay leaf; 1 teaspoon coriander seeds; 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns; 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 3 carrots peeled and diced; 2 stalks celery diced; 2 cloves garlic minced; 1 teaspoon tomato paste; 1 pound small red beans soaked overnight and rinsed; bone leftover from ham, or you can substitute smoked ham; water approximately 10 cups; 3 cups cooked ham diced; 1 teaspoon chipotle chile powder ground; salt; pepper

Servings: persons

3 leeks mediums, green tops and ends cut off and discarded, washed well and sliced thinly
4 sprigs thyme
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon coriander seeds
1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon olive oil
3 carrots peeled and diced
2 stalks celery diced
2 cloves garlic minced
1 teaspoon tomato paste
1 pound small red beans soaked overnight and rinsed
bone leftover from ham, or you can substitute smoked ham
water approximately 10 cups
3 cups cooked ham diced
1 teaspoon chipotle chile powder ground
salt
pepper

1
Take the thyme sprigs and bay leaf, and wrap the reserved green leek top around. Tie with butcher's twine to secure. Place the coriander seeds, peppercorns, and cumin seeds in the middle of a coffee filter or small piece of cheesecloth, and tie into a bundle using butcher's twine. Set aside.
2
Heat the olive oil in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add leeks, carrots, and celery. Saute for 5 minutes or until softened. Add garlic and saute for another minute. Add tomato paste and saute for another minute. Add the beans, ham bone, the herb bundle and the spice bundle, and enough water to cover. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer, partially covering. Allow to simmer for 1 hour.
3
Add the diced ham and chipotle chile powder and stir in. Allow to simmer until beans are soft and are just beginning to break open, another 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Adjust seasoning to taste. Remove ham bone and pull any remaining ham from the bone and return to pot. Remove herb bundle and spice bundle, and serve.

500

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 leeks mediums, green tops and ends cut off and discarded, washed well and sliced thinly, 4 sprigs thyme, 1 bay leaf, 1 teaspoon coriander seeds, and more.

Yes, Ham And Red Bean Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Ham And Red Bean Soup

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