Old Fashioned Ham and Bean Soup
This Old Fashioned Ham and Bean Soup is a hearty, homemade meal that will warm you up on the coldest day! 15 bean soup mix, garlic, onions and lots of chunky ham make this a simple, easy recipe! A great use for leftover ham, it's rich and flavorful and comfort food at it's best!
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 533kcal
Ingredients
- 1 20- ounce package 15-bean soup mix I used Hurst’s Hambeens
- 10 cups of water for soaking
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 6 cups water
- 16 ounces ham diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place the beans in a large stock pot. Cover with 10 cups water. Let the beans soak overnight or bring the pot to a boil, then turn off the heat. Cover and allow to soak for at least one hour.
- After soaking, pour the beans into a fine mesh strainer and clean the pot. Run the beans under cold water to rinse until the water runs clear.
- Allow the beans to drain while sauteing the onion and garlic. Add the butter to the pan and cook over medium heat. When the butter is melted, add the onion and saute until softened. Add the garlic and cook one more minute.
- When the onion and garlic are cooked, pour in the chicken broth, water, ham, and beans. Stir to combine.
- Cook over medium heat until the soup begins to boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for one hour 30 minutes, until the beans are softened and the liquid has thickened.
- Season with salt and pepper, as needed, before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 533kcal