YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Hearty Smoked Ham and White Bean Soup
Enjoy a comforting bowl of smoked ham and white bean soup that's both hearty and delicious. Brimming with tender smoked ham, creamy white beans, and fresh vegetables simmered in a savory broth, each spoonful delivers a satisfying blend of smoky, savory, and subtly sweet flavors. Perfect for a nourishing lunch or dinner, this soup is a balanced meal that warms the soul.
INGREDIENTS
5 oz Smoked Ham
1 cup cooked White Beans
1 medium Carrot
1 stalk Celery
1/2 small Yellow Onion
2 cloves Garlic
1 tsp Olive Oil
2 cups Chicken Broth
1 Bay Leaf
1/2 tsp Dried Thyme
Salt and Pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Dice the smoked ham into small bite-sized pieces. Rinse and drain the cooked white beans if using canned or pre-cooked beans.
Finely chop the carrot, celery, and onion. Mince the garlic.
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion, celery, and carrot for about 4-5 minutes until they begin to soften.
Add the minced garlic and continue to sauté for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the diced smoked ham and allow it to warm through for 2 minutes.
Pour in the chicken broth and add the bay leaf and dried thyme. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Add the white beans and let the soup simmer gently for another 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Ladle the soup into bowls and serve warm.