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Ham and Bean Soup

Easy Ham and Bean Soup | Perfect Comfort Food Dinner

A hearty, warming soup packed with tender ham, creamy beans, and savory vegetables. Perfect for a comforting dinner any night of the week. Simple to make and full of flavor in every spoonful.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, comfort
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup dried or 2 cups canned beans soaked if needed
  • 2 cups diced cooked ham
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 2 celery stalks sliced
  • 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp thyme optional

Method
 

  1. In a pot, sauté onion, carrots, and celery until soft.
  2. Add beans, ham, broth, garlic, salt, pepper, and thyme.
  3. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 25–30 minutes until beans are tender.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  5. Serve hot with crusty bread if desired.

Notes

  • Use pre-cooked ham for quicker preparation.
  • Canned beans can reduce cooking time.
  • Perfect for meal prep; flavors improve overnight.
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