Classic Ham and Bean Soup
A quick and hearty Classic Ham and Bean Soup made with tender ham, white beans, aromatic vegetables, and savory broth. Perfect for an easy weeknight meal.
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Servings: 8 people
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion diced
- 1 large carrot peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup celery finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups cooked ham shredded or diced
- 1 1/2 quarts 1.5 liters chicken stock or broth
- 2 bay leaves or 1 tablespoon fresh chopped thyme
- 3 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley chopped
- 4 15-oz cans white beans (cannellini or navy) rinsed and drained
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot or saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, approximately 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
- Stir in the cooked ham and cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the ham to warm through.
- Pour in the chicken stock. Add the bay leaves (or thyme) and chopped parsley. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.
- Add the rinsed beans and black pepper. Simmer for an additional 2 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if necessary.
- Remove bay leaves before serving. Serve hot.
Notes
This Classic Ham and Bean Soup is naturally gluten-free when prepared with certified gluten-free chicken stock. Always verify that the ham and broth used do not contain added gluten-based thickeners or flavorings.