Leftover Ham Soup Recipe

Name: Leftover Ham Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 cup sweet onion small diced; 1 medium carrot small diced; 2 cloves garlic minced; 1 pinch salt and pepper; 1/2 cup red wine; 1 cup chard chiffonade; 1 cup ham finely diced leftover, or more to your liking; 1 cup diced tomatoes canned; 1 cup canned beans I used black eyed peas; 3 cups beef stock or other stock; 1 pinch chili powder; white cheddar Optional

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup sweet onion small diced
1 medium carrot small diced
2 cloves garlic minced
1 pinch salt and pepper
1/2 cup red wine
1 cup chard chiffonade
1 cup ham finely diced leftover, or more to your liking
1 cup diced tomatoes canned
1 cup canned beans I used black eyed peas
3 cups beef stock or other stock
1 pinch chili powder
white cheddar Optional

1
In a medium pot over medium high heat add one tablespoon of olive oil.
2
Once oil is hot, add onions, carrots and garlic and stir frequently.
3
Add a pinch of salt and pepper and stir.
4
Cook for 3 minutes, continuing to stir.
5
Reduce heat if your pan begins to smoke.
6
Add red wine and stir.
7
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
8
Add chard and ham and cook for another 4 minutes, allowing the ham's juices to release.
9
add tomatoes and canned beans and stir.
10
Add stock and chili powder and stir.
11
Cook for at least 5-10 minutes longer.
12
Taste for seasonings and serve with slices

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* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 cup sweet onion small diced, 1 medium carrot small diced, 2 cloves garlic minced, and more.

Yes, Leftover Ham 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Leftover Ham Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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