How to Make Dad's Lima Bean Soup with Ham Bone - A Step-by-Step Guide

Lima bean soup is a classic comfort food that many of us remember from childhood. This recipe for Dad's Lima Bean Soup with Ham Bone is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cold winter's day. The rich, smoky flavor of the ham bone infuses the beans and vegetables with a depth of flavor that is truly satisfying. Whether you're looking for a recipe to warm you up on a chilly evening or simply craving a taste of nostalgia, this soup is sure to hit the spot.

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Ingredients

  • 1 ham bone with some meat
  • 8 cups water, plus more as needed
  • 1 (16 ounce) package dried lima beans
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 stalks celery, diced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • ½ pound diced cooked ham
  • 4 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 4 hrs 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 5 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Combine ham bone and 8 cups water in a large saucepan. Simmer over medium-low heat until remaining meat falls off the bone, about 2 hours. Remove and discard bone. Use a slotted spoon to transfer meat to a bowl.
  • Meanwhile, place lima beans in a large pot; pour in enough cold water to cover. Bring to a boil; remove pot from heat, cover, and let stand for 1 hour. Drain and rinse beans.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add celery and onion; cook and stir until onion is translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add cooked ham bone meat, lima beans, and diced ham. Reduce heat and simmer, adding additional water as needed, until soup is thickened to desired consistency, about 90 minutes.
  • Stir carrots, salt, pepper, and parsley into the soup. Let simmer until carrots are soft, about 30 minutes more.
  • Nutrition

    296 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 16mg
    • Sodium: 710mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 41g
    • Dietary Fiber: 12g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 14mg
    • Calcium: 78mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 1231mg