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Hearty Ham and 15 Bean Soup

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A satisfying, flavorful soup made with a mix of dried beans and smoked ham, perfect for a cold day.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound dried 15-bean mix, rinsed and picked over
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 1 smoked ham hock or 1 cup diced smoked ham
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Rinse the dried beans thoroughly and remove any small stones or debris.
  2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until the vegetables soften, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. Add the rinsed beans, chicken broth, ham hock (or diced ham), thyme, bay leaf, and pepper to the pot.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then immediately reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2 to 3 hours, or until the beans are tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  6. Remove the ham hock, shred the meat from the bone, discard the bone and bay leaf, and return the meat to the soup.
  7. Taste and add salt if needed, as the ham hock provides significant saltiness. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes to allow the soup to thicken slightly.
  8. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For a slow cooker method, combine all ingredients (except salt) in the slow cooker. Cook on low for 7 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours. Remove the ham hock before serving.
  • If you prefer a thicker soup, mash about 1 cup of the cooked beans against the side of the pot and stir them back in.
  • You can substitute smoked turkey legs or bacon for the ham hock for a different flavor profile.

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