This is the best ham and bean soup! It can be made on the stovetop in just a few hours with minimal effort and still results in a nutritious and filling dinner. Serve with homemade cornbread.
INGREDIENTS
- 20 ounces dried northern beans
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium sweet onion
- 3 stalks celery
- 2 carrots
- 2 garlic cloves
- 8 cups water
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 2 cups diced ham
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground pepper
INSTRUCTIONS
- Rinse the beans, separate them and remove stones and debris. Put aside.
- Cut the onion, celery and carrot into cubes. Chop the garlic.
- Place the oil in a large pot over medium heat.Once hot, add the onion, celery and carrot.
- Cook vegetables until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds.
- Add water, Italian seasoning and dried beans to the pot.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat, reduce the heat and put a lid on.Cook, stirring every 30 minutes, for 2 hours, or until the beans are almost tender.
- Add ham, salt and pepper to the soup. Simmer for another 30 minutes to another hour, or until the beans are fully cooked.
- Just before serving, add water or chicken stock to the pot to thin the soup to the desired consistency. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper if necessary.
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