How to Make Ham and Bean Soup I - A Step-by-Step Guide

Ham and bean soup is a classic comfort food that has been enjoyed for generations. It's a hearty and filling dish that is perfect for a chilly winter day or anytime you're in the mood for a satisfying meal. This recipe for Ham and Bean Soup I is a traditional and easy-to-follow version of the beloved soup, sure to warm you from the inside out.

The star of this soup is the ham, which adds a rich and savory flavor to the dish. Combined with tender beans and aromatic vegetables, this sou...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound Italian sausage
  • 2 smoked ham hocks
  • 3 potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 3 stalks celery, chopped, with leaves
  • 2 tablespoons dried parsley
  • 3 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 2 (14.5 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 cloves crushed garlic

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 hrs 10 mins
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Boil sausage to remove excess fat, and cut into bite-size pieces.
  • Skin ham hocks, and remove excess fat. In a large pot, brown sausage and ham hocks over medium heat. Drain off excess fat.
  • Add potatoes, celery, parsley, beans, tomato sauce, tomatoes, salt, pepper, chili sauce, bay leaves, garlic, and Worcestershire sauce to the meat; add just enough water to cover. Bring to boil, then reduce to simmer. Cover, and continue to cook for 2-3 hours.
  • Remove ham hocks and cut meat into bite-size pieces. Return meat to pot. Serve.
  • Nutrition

    826 cal.

    • Total Fat: 53g
    • Saturated Fat: 18g
    • Cholesterol: 158mg
    • Sodium: 1601mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 39g
    • Dietary Fiber: 11g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 47g
    • Vitamin C: 26mg
    • Calcium: 111mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 1261mg