Description
Transform your holiday ham leftovers into a warm and satisfying meal with this Ham and Bean Soup Recipe. This hearty soup is perfect for cozy winter evenings or family gatherings, offering a delicious way to enjoy nutritious ingredients like navy beans, fresh vegetables, and tender ham. It’s easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights while providing comfort in every bite. Plus, you can customize the flavors and freeze portions for future meals, ensuring you have a tasty dish ready whenever you need it.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb dried navy beans
- 2–3 cups chopped ham
- 1 white onion (chopped)
- 4 carrots (chopped)
- 2 celery stalks (sliced)
- 5 garlic cloves (finely chopped)
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage
- 64 ounces chicken stock
- 14.5 ounces fire roasted diced tomatoes
- bay leaf
- garlic powder
- dried Italian herbs
- fresh cracked pepper
- salt – to taste (if needed)
Instructions
- Rinse and soak the navy beans overnight.
- In a large dutch oven, heat oil over high heat and sauté onion, carrots, celery for 4-5 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Add rinsed beans, chicken stock, tomatoes, bay leaf, garlic powder, Italian herbs, and pepper. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low to simmer for about 90 minutes.
- Stir in chopped ham and cabbage; cook uncovered for another 15-20 minutes until heated through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 45mg