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Hearty Ham & Bean Soup

This flavorful soup is sure to please with simple ingredients that come together in just a few minutes! It's hearty and declicious!

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1/2 tsp paprika (or smoked paprika)
  • 1 dash red pepper flakes
  • 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
  • 2 cups chopped ham
  • 2 cans rinsed and drained great northern beans
  • kosher salt & pepper to taste
  • parsley for garnish (fresh or dried)

Instructions

  • Put olive oil in hot soup pot and saute' carrots, celery and onions for 3-5 minutes.
  • Add garlic and saute' for about 1 minute.
  • Add thyme and paprika and red pepper flakes.
  • Pour chicken broth over all this in the pot and bring to a low boil.
  • Add the bay leaves, ham and beans. Add salt & pepper to taste. Reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes.
  • Taste for seasonings and adjust as needed.
  • Add parsley and serve in bowls. Enjoy!