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Country-Style Ham and Bean Soup Using Leftover Holiday Ham for a Cozy Meal!

Country-Style Ham and Bean Soup Using Leftover Holiday Ham
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A hearty and comforting soup made with leftover holiday ham and beans, perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups leftover holiday ham, diced
  • 1 cup dried navy beans, soaked overnight
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, sauté the onion, carrots, and celery until softened.
  2. Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Stir in the diced ham and cook for a few minutes.
  4. Add the soaked beans, chicken broth, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beans are tender.
  6. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Notes

  • For a thicker soup, mash some of the beans against the side of the pot.
  • This soup can be made in a slow cooker; just combine all ingredients and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
  • Leftover ham can be replaced with any cooked meat.

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Find it online: https://howeats.com/country-style-ham-bean-soup-leftover-holiday-ham/