Phv’s Ham and Four Bean Soup

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 11
Phv's Ham and Four Bean Soup
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Prep

30 min

Cook

2 hours

Ready In

2 hours 30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 ham hocks or 1 ham bone
2 medium onions
1 carrot
2 sticks celery
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon peppercorn
10 cups ham stock
4 cups onions , diced
2 cups celery , diced
2 cups carrots , diced
2 tablespoons olive oil
5 garlic cloves , diced fine
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups cooked ham , diced ( or the ham from the hock , bone )
1 can black beans
1 can beans ( can of 'mixed bean medely ' , or a total of four cups mixed cooked beans )
1 can diced tomatoes ( or diced tomato with italian herbs , if available )
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon italian seasoning mix
salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
327
Sugar
9g
Fat
13g
This ham and four bean soup is a classic dish that is perfect for a cozy night in. The soup is hearty, filling, and packed with different textures and flavors from the variety of beans and Italian seasoning. It is also relatively simple to make, and once the ham is cooked, the rest of the ingredients can be added to the pot fairly quickly. This soup is perfect for a cold winter day or as a main dish for a family dinner.

Instructions

1.In a large pot over medium heat, add the ham hocks or ham bone, onions, carrot, celery, bay leaf, peppercorn, and ham stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
2.Remove the ham hocks or bone from the pot, and discard. Add to the pot the diced onions, celery, and carrots, and simmer for 30 minutes.
3.In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add the all-purpose flour to the skillet and stir until well combined.
4.Slowly add the flour mixture to the pot, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Add the cooked ham, mixed beans, diced tomatoes, bay leaf, and Italian seasoning mix. Simmer for 30 minutes.
5.Season with salt and pepper to taste.

PROS

This soup is a hearty, filling meal that can easily feed a crowd.
It is also incredibly flavorful, with a mix of different beans and Italian seasoning.

It is a great way to use up leftover ham and is perfect for a cold winter day.

CONS

The soup can take a significant amount of time to prepare, especially since it requires cooking the ham hocks or bone first.

It is also rich in sodium and can be high in calories and fat depending on the type of ham used.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite the cons, this soup is packed with protein and essential nutrients. The mixed beans provide a good source of fiber and minerals, while the ham adds plenty of protein. The soup can also be adapted to be lower in sodium and fat by choosing a low-sodium ham and limiting the added salt.

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