Smoked Ham Soup With White Beans Recipe

Name: Smoked Ham Soup With White Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (16-ounce) package dried navy beans; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 cups chopped yellow onion; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 8 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth; 4 cups water; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 2 smoked ham hocks (about 1 pound); 2 bay leaves; 1 (14.5-ounce) can petite diced tomatoes, undrained

Servings: persons

1 (16-ounce) package dried navy beans
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups chopped yellow onion
4 garlic cloves, minced
8 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
4 cups water
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 smoked ham hocks (about 1 pound)
2 bay leaves
1 (14.5-ounce) can petite diced tomatoes, undrained

1
Sort and wash beans; place in a large Dutch oven. Cover with water to 2 inches above beans; bring to a boil. Cook 2 minutes. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 1 hour. Drain.
2
Heat oil in pan over medium heat. Add onion; cook until tender, stirring occasionally. Add garlic, and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently. Add drained beans, broth, and remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 2 1/2 hours or until beans are tender. Discard bay leaves.
3
Remove ham hocks with a slotted spoon, and cool slightly. Remove meat from bones; discard fat, gristle, and bones. Shred meat with 2 forks.
4
Place 1 cup of bean mixture in a blender; process until smooth. Return pureed bean mixture to pan; stir until blended. Stir in meat.

1144

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

167

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (16-ounce) package dried navy beans, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 cups chopped yellow onion, 4 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Smoked Ham Soup With White Beans 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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Smoked Ham Soup With White Beans

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