Ham, Bean and Swiss Chard Soup

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3
Delicious Ham, Bean and Swiss Chard Soup recipe for any time of the day
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Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hr

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 slices bacon
3 -4 large garlic cloves , minced
1 onion , chopped
1 carrot , diced
8 ounces cubed ham
red pepper flakes , to taste
black pepper , to taste
1 large bunch swiss chard , stems chopped , leaves thinly sliced
32 ounces low sodium chicken broth
1 can roman beans ( do not drain or rinse ) or ( 15 1/2 ounce ) can cranberry beans ( do not drain or rinse )
1 can diced fire-roasted tomatoes ( undrained )
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
grated parmesan cheese , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
304
Sugar
7g
Fat
13g
Ham, Bean, and Swiss Chard Soup is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for any time of the day. From lunch to dinner, this soup is packed full of nutritious vegetables, beans and ham. Its delicious combination of smoky flavor from the bacon and ham, spicy kick from the hot sauce and red pepper flakes, and the slight bitterness of the Swiss chard, makes it a warm and comforting dish on a cold day. It’s a perfect meal to enjoy with your family any day of the week.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, cook the bacon until crispy.
2.Remove the cooked bacon and set aside.
3.In the same pot, sauté the garlic, onion, and carrot until fragrant.
4.Add the cubed ham and sauté for a few minutes.
5.Add red pepper flakes and black pepper to taste.
6.Add the chopped swiss chard stems and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
7.Add the thinly sliced swiss chard leaves and sauté for another 1-2 minutes.
8.Add the chicken broth, canned beans (undrained), canned tomatoes (undrained), hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce.
9.Bring the soup to a boil and then reduce to a simmer for 20-30 minutes.
10.Serve the soup hot, garnished with the cooked bacon and grated parmesan cheese.

PROS

This soup is packed with protein and veggies, making it a nutritious and filling meal.

The hot sauce and red pepper flakes give the soup a spicy kick, perfect for cold days.

Swiss chard is a nutritional powerhouse, high in vitamins K, A, and C.

CONS

The soup can be high in sodium due to the chicken broth and canned beans.

If you’re watching your sodium intake, use low sodium or no salt added ingredients.

The prep and cook time for this soup can be a bit longer than other recipes, but it’s worth the effort.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is high in protein, fiber, and vitamins.
The swiss chard in this recipe has been linked to supporting bone health, regulating blood sugar, and reducing inflammation.

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