Hearty Ham And 15 Bean Soup Recipes

HEARTY BEAN SOUP WITH HAM

Steps:

• In a small skillet, saute onion and green pepper in butter for 3 minutes. Add the garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Transfer to a Dutch oven or soup kettle. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 20 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally.

HEARTY HAM AND 15 BEAN SOUP

Steps:

• If you're using an Instant Pot or Crock-Pot just add everything and turn it on. If you're using a Dutch Oven add a 2 tablespoons of oil and turn your burner up to medium high. Add your chopped onions, carrots and celery. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the onions are translucent. Add your minced garlic, the beans and the ham bone. Add the vegetable stock and cover.
• Set your Instant Pot to 40 minutes and walk away. Let the pressure self-release then open. If you're using a crockpot set it for an all day cook at low (9-10 hours). If your using a Dutch oven cook at medium low for 2-3 hours until the beans and veggies are soft.
• Remove the thyme stems. Throw them away. Remove the ham bone and any fat that is left behind. If there are big chunks of ham meat, break them up (it should shred fairly easy with a fork). Add salt and pepper to taste. For a kick you can add a bit of Tabasco to your bowl. Serve with crackers or to make it 'fancy' add sliced Parmesan cheese and croutons to everyones bowl.

HEARTY HAM AND VEGETABLE BEAN SOUP

Steps:

• Cook pasta until al dente (tender but firm).
• Drain and rinse under cold water.
• In a large Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat and cook onions until softened.
• Add stock, carrots, garlic, sweet pepper and zucchini; bring to a simmer and cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
• Stir in pasta, tomatoes, ham, beans, chick peas, and the rest of ingredients.
• Add salt and pepper to taste.
• Simmer for 5 minutes.
• Enjoy!