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How to Make Bean Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

Bean soup is a classic comfort food that has been enjoyed for generations. It's warm, hearty, and perfect for cold winter nights. This simple yet satisfying dish is made with just a handful of ingredients, but the flavor is truly something special. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight meal or something to feed a crowd, bean soup is a versatile and delicious option.

One of the best things about bean soup is how easy it is to make. With just a few pantry staples, you can have a ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package dried navy beans
  • 7 cups water
  • 1 ham bone
  • 2 cups diced ham
  • ¼ cup minced onion
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch ground black pepper
  • 1 bay leaf
  • ½ cup sliced carrots
  • ½ cup sliced celery

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 40 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 5 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Rinse beans; transfer to a large stockpot and add water. Bring to a boil and simmer for 2 minutes; remove from heat, cover, and let stand for 1 hour.
  • Add ham bone, diced ham, onion, salt, pepper, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until beans are soft, about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  • Add carrots and celery; cook until tender, about 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Remove ham bone from the pot and place on a cutting board until cool enough to handle. Remove any meat from the bones and cut into bite-sized pieces; stir into soup until warmed through.

    • Nutrition

    247 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 17mg
    • Sodium: 543mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 37g
    • Dietary Fiber: 14g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 98mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 809mg

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    Vegetarian recipes
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    Slow cooker recipes
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