Ham and Bean Soup with Rosemary
There’s nothing quite like a warm bowl of ham and bean soup on a chilly day. Whether you're looking to make the most of leftover ham or simply want a wholesome meal, this recipe is simple to prepare and full of rich, cozy flavors.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 244kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound Great Northern beans dry
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 4 cups water
- 1 ham hock
- 1 cup carrots chopped
- 1 stalk celery chopped
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2-3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 cups ham chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse 1 pound Great Northern beans in a large colander, sorting out any broken or discolored beans.
- In a large pot over high heat, bring 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth and 4 cups water to a boil. Add the beans and simmer for 5-10 minutes. Remove pot from heat and allow beans to soak for 90 minutes.
- After soaking, return the pot to high heat and add 1 ham hock, 1 cup carrots chopped, 1 stalk celery chopped, 1 medium onion chopped, 2-3 cloves garlic minced, 1 teaspoon mustard powder and 2 bay leaves.
- Stir well and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for 1.5 to 2 more hours, stirring occasionally. Uncovered and remove ham hock and bay leaves.
- Stir in 2 cups ham, chopped and 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Simmer for an additional 20-30 more minutes.
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Nutrition
Calories: 244kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 924mg | Potassium: 502mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 2695IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 2mg